Blisters from Steri Strips on Crease Incision After Breast Implants?

It is not uncommon to have a reaction to the steri strips or adhesives and develop a few small blisters around the incisions- they may be blood blisters in fact. Just follow your PS' instructions and everything should heal just fine!

Because of friction from the tape or a reaction to the adhesive Steri-strips can create annoying blisters of the surrounding skin. These will heal with time.

My advise is to keep your appointment and listen to your surgeon. No one on this site knows you as well as your own surgeon. Go to bed early tonight so you won't keep thinking about it!

Unfortunately from time to time we see some blistering from Steri Strips on the breasts.  This can happen especially if an adhesive like Benzoin or Mastisol is used to help the strips stick.  Usually the culprit is traction on the upper layers of skin causing the blisters, but it can also happen from reactions to the adhesive on the strips.  People with thin skin are more prone to this type of blistering.  It's good that you are seeing the surgeon tomorrow. He can advise you better, but usually these things are more of a nuisance than  a true cause for alarm, and they are managed conservatively.  Good luck.

Although your concerns are understandable,  I think that you are best off doing nothing until you are seen by your plastic surgeon.  It is most likely that the blisters will not detract from the final outcome of the procedure performed.

 Best wishes.

Ouch!  Sorry about the blisters but they will most likely be fine.  I would advise keeping the covered with a non-stick dressing (such as the central portion of a band-aid) and otherwise leave them alone until you see your PS.

Good luck,

Dr. E

Blisters can occur as a result of swelling and a shear force of the tape on the skin.  It can also occur if the tape is applied under stretch.  Sometimes, it is an allergic reaction to the adhesive.  In any case, it is best to remove the tape after getting the OK from your surgeon since you do not want it to get any worse or to cause additional scarring.

Your doctor will exam you and determine if he wants to remove the steri-strips.   Many times patients will have a reaction to the skin glue and steri-strips.  Follow up with your Plastic Surgeon for your best result.  Best wishes!

Best to keep the area of the blisters clean and covered with a non-adherent dressing such as telfa. Best of luck.