I did remove the band as soon as it was possible which was 2.5 days. The scab is starting to loosen no sign of any infection so I think it will be okay.
Not seen the detailed explanation of conducting a glandsectomy I have been asking for advice for weeks on here but no replies.
The infection could be deeper and also now in your blood stream, which is sepsis, I would get a blood test done for infection markers, it’s your life at the end of the day, NHS guidance is clear.