beezy8 41 Posted January 11, 2016 Is it typical to be itchy as we lose weight? I'm 12 days post op and lost 12 pounds. I'm having mild itching over much of my body. Nothing servere, just scratchy. Any suggestions? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cervidae 2,389 Posted January 11, 2016 it could be a bunch of things. If you're still taking any of the heavy duty pain killers, those make most people pretty itchy, myself included. You could be a little dehydrated, or your skin could be really dry from the weird temps that most of the US is experiencing. Or it could be that your skin is just itchy because it's retracting a little as you rapidly lose weight, like letting some air out of a full balloon (that's the best analogy I can think of. I certainly relate to it!). I wouldn't worry about it unless it becomes so itchy that you're damaging your skin from scratching. Hope everything else is going well! Take care. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cervidae 2,389 Posted January 11, 2016 Oh, also, a suggestion: either buy or make your own sugar scrub. If it's dry skin, which is what it most likely is, a sugar scrub will feel incredible and it will exfoliate your skin so when you put on lotion after your shower, the skin will feel so much better and more moisturized. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beezy8 41 Posted January 11, 2016 Thank you for your helpful suggestions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pinkgirl1234 761 Posted January 11, 2016 I am going through the same thing post op.My incisions and allover itches inside and out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beezy8 41 Posted January 11, 2016 I think I understand with all the changes happening under my skin. It's just a real sign that things are happening! ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pinkgirl1234 761 Posted January 11, 2016 It's candida....More Probiotics needed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Djmohr 6,965 Posted January 11, 2016 The biggest issue early on is dehydration. Once you really get a handle on this, your skin gets much better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Inner Surfer Girl 12,015 Posted January 12, 2016 As others have mentioned it is probably a combination of things: dehydration, healing, meds, etc. Stay hydrated and use a good body oil/moisturizer. I had to make sure I kept my belly covered early out to so I wouldn't mindlessly scratch my incisions, too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pinkgirl1234 761 Posted January 16, 2016 I just purchased a large container of coconut oil.I slather it allover every morning and night.Really helps Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beezy8 41 Posted January 16, 2016 I love coconut oil! All natural works wonders on skin. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mokt 58 Posted January 17, 2016 I had the same issue around 14 days post op. I was so itchy!! Turns out is is very normal and very common, due to dehydration, hormone changes and well it just being winter. I thought I was going insane I was so itchy. What worked for me though was really increasing my Fluid intake and lots and lots of cream. Best of luck....it was pass fortunately Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pinkgirl1234 761 Posted January 17, 2016 I love coconut oil! All natural works wonders on skin.Its my savior.I bought a big jar and I slather it on allover especially on the scars from surgery.Also I massage it generosly into my scalp.It really works.I use medicated antibacterial soap then apply the coconut oil after shower. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pinkgirl1234 761 Posted January 17, 2016 I don't want to look saggy and giant from weight loss.I think hydration is the key. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beezy8 41 Posted January 17, 2016 I agree, Pinkgirl1234. Thanks for your feedback. ; ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
