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Allergic reaction to steri strips, what to clean wounds with?

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Dr. Joe Griffin answered

Specializes in Wound care

It depends: First, you should make your surgeon aware of this problem. He or she may suggest nothing at all but could also possibly suggest saline wound wash, cetaphil, or other over-the-counter products to clean the wound.

Dr Friedman agreed

Answered 6/22/2018

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