This is so weird. The last couple of days, my stomach has been itching. Not inside, but outside. It's like my skin can't stand to be contained under my clothes. It's localized on my stomach skin, not on my back or sides or chest. I get all antsy, and have to gently rub my skin under my shirt. (Not the best image, since I'm at work...) After awhile it goes away, but it comes back now and again. I'm not eating anything weird, don't normally have allergies, and I have no idea what's going on. It's like the nerves are misfiring or something.

Anyone else experience this, or have any ideas what it may be?

Dave

I have the same problem. I think it's due to not getting enough protein. I use Vaseline intensive care lotion and it helps a ton.

I've experienced the same thing. I don't know if it's for lack of protein though, I'm getting over 100g a day and I still have it.

I have experienced this after my C section 5 years ago. I always thought it was my nerves "coming back to life" after the surgery. It lasted for several months and finally tapered off. I'm not experiencing the itching with this surgery except for my incision sites so far. The only advise I have is to keep it moisturized. I used (and still use) Burts Bees Baby Bee lotion. It's not greasy and works wonders. Good luck and happy new year!

Oh my gosh! Me too! Feels like my clothes moving are irritating my incision sites! It was worse when I have five steri strips. Now I just have one. It's really annoying.

Hysterical. I'm an "itcher" too. Not really the incision itself, usually proximal to it. I think it was worse last week and Monday will be my 4th week post op. I think it may have to do with a vitamin deficiency, I am agreeing with protein. I also am noticing that my nails are a little more britte, skin dry. I could be drinking more and am hitting the protein!!

i itch around the incisions...it sucks lol...but scratching feels soooo good..hehehestay strong dave..the itching will go away!!!