6 weeks post-op. My incision site has a rash and itches. What is the possible cause? Any advice? (photos)

April 21, 2019
Asked By:slymy in Atlanta, GA

Allergic to surgical tape so was glued (using dermabond?). Week 4 glued tape removed, ends of incision on both hip started itching and welting. Small blisters, spread to almost entire incision. Told to start moisturizing, got worse. Actual incision is fine...just alongside the top and bottom of it. PS put me on a 6day pack of prednisone and I switched from nivea to aveeno. I'm on day 4 meds now and areas seem less inflamed. Itching less intense. Any idea on why? And any advice? Thx in advance

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April 22, 2019

Answer: Redness and darkening along scar

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April 22, 2019

Answer: Redness and darkening along scar

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April 23, 2019

Answer: Incision healing

April 23, 2019

Answer: Incision healing

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