Allergic reaction to surgical Glue

[AshBby22 0]

So it's been 11 days post op and my stomach is on fire. Around the cuts are red puffy and swollen and itches like crazy. I peeled off the glue (as much as I could) im taking benadryl around the clock and putting benadryl cream. What else can I do??? Any suggestions? How long does this last ??

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[frust8 963]

Cool compresses. I would say wipe them off with 90% rubbing alcohol if they are not too tender. And the next time you have a wound- even in the Emergency Department- inform them you have a sensitivity to SuperGlue type suturing. I would almost prefer old-fashioned silk or similar stitching to being so miserably sore and itchy.P.S. Have you told your surgeon's office or even your PCP about this? They may have advice I haven't thought of.

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[Mattymatt 491]

Please tell your surgeon about this. I'm no expert but it doesn't look real good.

[AshBby22 0]

I did. I was advised to peel the glue off so i did. Everything I'm doing was told by my doctor it just isn't getting better [emoji17]

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[BostonWLKC 807]

I used rubbing alcohol when that happened. Then followed by benedryl


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[KimTriesRNY 1,853]

I’ve seen a few people on this site with this reaction to the glue. Have you tried any cortisone cream? Is that allowed?

One lady said it took a few weeks to stop. Hope it gets better soon for you.

[AshBby22 0]

Thanx everyone. Still taking benadryl but the alcohol seems to be working.

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