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7 weeks post TT using embrace strips and now starting to develop red marks. What can I use to treat them? (photos)

izxy923Apr 7, 2018
I am 7 week’s post TT. I have been using the Embrace strip for 4 weeks changing it every 5 to 7 days when it starts to lift. Today I felt irritation and when I removed the strip my skin had these red patches. What is it, how do I treat it? Also, can I continue using the embrace strip since it’s been helping my scar ?

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Dr. David Graham, MD
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Answered on Apr 10, 2018
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