Damage?
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Damage?
Does scratching itchy scar tissue damage it more?
- Mr Ioannis Goutos
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Re: Damage?
Absolutely, this is known as the itch scratch cycle. In other words, when you scratch a substance is released in the skin called histamine, which causes more itch, so creates a vicious cycle.
On a similar tone, by scratching a scar, your put extra force on the structure of the scar and this can make the inflammation ('angriness') of tissues worse, hence making the scar worse.
Best regards,
On a similar tone, by scratching a scar, your put extra force on the structure of the scar and this can make the inflammation ('angriness') of tissues worse, hence making the scar worse.
Best regards,
Mr Ioannis Goutos
FRCSEd(Plast), MSc Burn Care
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