My Incisions Itch!

[alliegb3 112]

M one week out and these incisions itch like crazy!!! I'm not scratching but omg! My doc doesn't use stitches, but that glue stuff and steri strips over it. What do I do? Wondering if Benadryl will help

[HealthyMrsG 25]

I put aveeno lotion

[NJsharon 119]

I wouldn't put anything on them it might lead to an infection. I know it is hard though, I went throught that stage too! But it didn't last long!

[Lissa 2,631]

I lightly smacked my incisions when they itched. It's what I did after I had my tattoo done as well. Something about mild pain causes the itching to go away, especially in areas where you definitely don't want to scratch!

[Lauranbob Mc 94]

itching is a part of healing.... very normal. Also... that glue that they use is called dermebond. do not put lotion on it, it will make it break down.

[alliegb3 112]

I'm allergic to the dermabond dr used

[mommymar 34]

Itching means healing. Itching is a very good sign. I itched around it (no on the incisions whatsoever) mentally it helps.

[thinmymind 107]

Where are the incisions? I am starting to pack and am trying to avoid things that will touch them.

[NJsharon 119]

Where are the incisions? I am starting to pack and am trying to avoid things that will touch them.

I have one on my left that is right at the waist line, then 3 horizontally in a line, just above the waist line. Finally one small one, that is more like a puncture hole than a line, just above my bra line.

I wore sweat pants after I was discharged from hospital & a sports bra under a t-shirt. Didn't look the best, but was very comfortable, easy to get on & off & didn't rub on my incisions. I heard yoga pants are good too to wear after.

[thinmymind 107]

Thanks, Sharon! Glad to hear from someone with the same surgeon!

[vampsy 29]

My incisions itched so bad. Everyone kept telling me how normal it was do I dealt with it. I was so red around the glued area. At follow up appointment my surgeon tells me that I had an allergic reaction and to take Benadryl and apply cold packs. Oh what a relief.