Is this an infection beginning or a reaction to steri strips? My skin is itchy and sometimes tingling. (Photo)

You may be reacting to the steristrips. Once this starts curling at the edges and falls off, it probably won't be necessary to put on a new one unless your surgeon advises otherwise. If you'd like to reduce your scarring, you can try silicone cream or silicone sheeting. These products have helped my patients improve the appearance of their scars. You may start with these as long as there is no crustiness or scabbing. In addition, make sure to keep the scars protected from the sun, as tanning them could make them permanently darker.

Thank you for your question,
Based on the photos, it seems to be a reaction to the adhesive of steri strips but for you to have a more secure evaluation I advise you to visit your plastic surgeon.

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You may have a possible allergy to the adhesive in the steri strips. You can try taking benedryl to relieve your symptoms. Contact your surgeons office to make them aware so they do not use adhesive strips in the future. Other then that your incisions look great! Warm Regards, 

Your history and pictures suggest an allergic reaction caused by the adhesive agent used with the steri strips or the steri strips themselves. This isn't unusual in post-operative patients and is usually treated with topical steroid creams. At this point, it's appropriate to avoid steri strips.Before proceeding with treatment, it's important to be evaluated by your surgeon. Occasionally, these findings may be related to a more serious problem. It's, therefore, necessary to thoroughly investigate the cause of this problem before initiating treatment.

Thank you for your
question.This looks like you might be reacting to the Steristrips or to Mastisol if it was used underneath them.

To be sure, return to see your surgeon or his or her nurse.

I hope this helps.