Post Op Rash? Hormones?

[sunshyneqtie 73]

I had a reaction to surgical tape after my sleeve surgery. It was hot and blistery. So, I've been taking Benadryl and antibiotics and this area is starting to slowly clear. 6 days post op now.

Anyway, now I developed a rash on both arms and both legs. I had a similar rash after I had my daughter that was due to the post pregnancy hormone shift. Has anyone else had this? I know there is sometimes a hormone shift after WLS and was wondering If this might be the reason. It looks and feels the same as my post pregnancy rash.

[Joy00 18]

I had the same rash about 6weeks post op on my right arm it hurt and itch like crazy. And yesterday I notice I have the same rash on the same arm but not as bad as the first time.

[mamazig 0]

My whole stomach is broke out! I am getting no relief from cream or benadry! Anybody have any ideas? I am 4 days post op.

[sunshyneqtie 73]

I used caladryl clear on my rash, but it wasn't on my stomach. I had blisters on my tummy shortly after surgery from the tape they used. Benadryl and air exposure worked for that.

It's more difficult to know what to do when it's on the tummy. I'd call your doc. Do you still have your incisions covered? My initial problem with redness then blisters, was a reaction to the tape they covered it with. Then I tried steri strips and got the same response. I don't react if I use these on my arm or hand, but I blister on my stomach.

Hope all turns out well for you.

[Best of British 16]

I have a similar problem! My tummy itches like mad. I didn't have any plasters or anything on my tummy so I know it's not that...strange x

[SeriouslyChange 319]

If you're having a reaction to the surgical tape and OTC cream isn't working, visit your primary care doctor. They can prescribe you something for that.

Happened to me too! And now I have scabs from all the scratching