Itchy post surgical scar
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Itchy post surgical scar
From Paul:
My surgical scar has been itching for years - I had knee surgery 4 years ago - its very frustrating. Are there any at home remedies i can adopt to ease the itching other than scratching it? i'm already using creams but they don't help for long. I'm at my wits end!
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- Mr Ioannis Goutos
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Re: Itchy post surgical scar
I suspect your scar is hypertrophic-raised, lumpy, itchy.
There are a number of options including:
a) Moisturise with cold cream/ointment/oil (product kept in fridge)
b) Massage with firm circular movements 3-4 times a day
c) Consider an over the counter anti itch tablet
d) Consider laser, steroid injections/tapes, silicone gel/tapes
Best regards,
There are a number of options including:
a) Moisturise with cold cream/ointment/oil (product kept in fridge)
b) Massage with firm circular movements 3-4 times a day
c) Consider an over the counter anti itch tablet
d) Consider laser, steroid injections/tapes, silicone gel/tapes
Best regards,
Mr Ioannis Goutos
FRCSEd(Plast), MSc Burn Care
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FRCSEd(Plast), MSc Burn Care
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