Incision Irritation?

[NikkiC 37]

I was sleeved on 4/23. I still have stitches in, the surrounding area is red and starting to itch. Is this apart of the normal healing process or is this the early signs of an infection? I see my doctor on the 9th. As always, I appreciate your input! - Nic

[jacquelynn.mclean 103]

It sounds like things are starting to heal. If they start oozing or making pus, then you wanna call your doctor. But me thinks that's normal.

[dansgem 9]

Hi!

I was sleeved on the 24 th and have itching around my incisions too. My drs said it was healing and not to put anything on them. I don't have much redness though, so I would say if that keeps up or gets worse call your dr.

Good luck,

[kiki1196 101]

Itching around the incisions is normal. Mine itched a lot. It's just a sign of the healing process.

[NikkiC 37]

Thanks for the response - I feel a lot better!

[Caryguy 1]

I had the same thing when I had my surgery. I used gold bond anti itch creme was a god send worked great.

[NikkiC 37]

I had the same thing when I had my surgery. I used gold bond anti itch creme was a god send worked great.

Really? I'll have to pick some up - thank you!

[Cat360 47]

Itching around the incision is your nerves regenerating itself after being severed during the procedure, totally normal.