you probably can go ahead and take the bandage off at this point. you may want to put some antibiotic ointment or cream on the cyst to ensure it doesn't get any infected. whenever a cyst drains whether spontaneously (like yours) or through a small surgery ("lancing") we like to place gauze or some other type of dressing over it to catch the fluid coming out and stop it from getting onto the clothing or anything like that. but the other reason we like to cover an open wound is to help avoid infection. when the skin is compromised (through a wound) it presents an opportunity for bacteria to enter. using epsom salt water to gently rinse the wound was fine to do but it will not stop bacteria from entering. that's why i suggest you apply a little antibiotic ointment until the cyst's opening has "skinned over. " if you experience recurrent cysts i suggest you see a medical professional. wishing you well!
should i keep a bandaid on a ruptured and drained cyst? . it seems that all of the stuff is out of it now but it had drained last night and has started to have more stuff come out of it two or three times since but the last time really seemed like it's all out. i poured epsom salt water over it (it's on my cheek) and put a bandaid on it incase more stuff decides to come out. should i leave the bandaid on or should i take it off so it can breathe and dry out?