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Suggest Treatment For Red And Irritated Bumps Around The Incision Site
4 days had an excision in middle of chest. Have stitches. From sweating the next day after, It is irritated red with bumps around area. I have been using Neosporin the past couple of days with band aide covering. I have silvadene that I used last night. Any other suggestions?
Wed, 26 Dec 2018
Hello,
It is a skin allergic reaction to a substance used near the wound. Sometimes are the band-aids itself that cause the allergic reaction. You can use antihistamines such as Benadryl or cetirizine for itching and rush. Don't use band-aids anymore. You can use bandages instead.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Olgeta Xhufka , General & Family Physician
It is a skin allergic reaction to a substance used near the wound. Sometimes are the band-aids itself that cause the allergic reaction. You can use antihistamines such as Benadryl or cetirizine for itching and rush. Don't use band-aids anymore. You can use bandages instead.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Olgeta Xhufka , General & Family Physician
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