Does This Look Infected?

[Krystle Austin 14]

Have 2 incision they developed this rash and itch 7 days post op. i have left a msg for the dr. Yellow is a bruise.

AFTER062.bmp

before062.bmp

[Krussell19 217]

I got that to and it wasn't from an infection my skin had an allergic reation to the sterry strips.

[Krystle Austin 14]

I would think that as well but my other 3 incisions are fine.

[Krystle Austin 14]

But the other 3 incisions are fine.

[Krussell19 217]

Only one that broke out for me was the big one that the port is in.

[DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! 12,703]

It doesn't look infected but rather like a bad reaction to the adhesive on your skin.

It's good you called your doctor, though. Always better safe than sorry.

[Krussell19 217]

I finally got so annoyed with it after like 4 days that I picked them off and rinsed my skin and instantly felt better.

[Maddysgram 6,159]

I think Missy is right. I had same thing from bandages.

[sarawray 44]

yes, that is probley what it is, an allergic reaction. I had that and they were taken off and the dr said not to use anything like neosporin, just let them get air. It clears up pretty quick. But you still should ask your dr.

[SandyC2 32]

if thats your belly button, they did a really good job.

[kassie2012 7]

could you be allergic to something in the dressing? i had red square marks where my dressings had been for two months after op! well weird lol

[amcolling 4]

I had the same thing. A really bad reaction to the adhesive and steri strips. Wash with soap and Water and use witch hazel - just pour it over the incisions. It helps with the itching and it's a natural astringent.

[CHEZNOEL 4,061]

Come on people, we are not doctors! Ask these questions of a medical professional!

[enuff_is_enuff 126]

Cheznoel-- she did ask the dr. She said she left a message. She is just hear in the meantime to see if it is a common problem.

Sent from my SAMSUNG GALAXY SII Skyrocket using LapBandTalk

[CHEZNOEL 4,061]

Thanks, I can't read, only 63!