pasqualeb's Blog

I had surgery two weeks ago for my parathyroid and elevated levels of calcium in blood tests. Surgery went very well except within 24 hours I developed a strong allergic reaction at the incision site. The area got very red , swollen and began to weep quite a bit. Sleep became impossible,went to the doctor and he removed the glue that is commonly used to cover the incision and stitches. Started on, anti-biotics and a steroid. I contacted the mfg of the glue and asked about possible gluten in the product. I was told no gluten. It is a blend of formaldehyde and a polymer, its common name is Durabond. Still have residual itching and redness but much better. Would hope no one else needs to go through that less than wonderful expierence, Has anyone else had that situation ever develope? thanks, pasqualeb