Itchy insicions?

[sandirufophoto 19]

6 days post op and my incisions are so itchy! Is this normal? Anyone else having this problem?

[shelly75 35]

I was always told that it means they are healing. Mine were itchy too and I took that as a good

sign. Just make sure to check them everyday to see that they are not infected, but I wouldn't

worry about it.

[Pretty_In_Purple 112]

I was always told that it means they are healing. I wouldn't

worry about it.

I have also been told the same and my mother is a nurse. My incisions itched also. Don't scratch the incision itself but around them. Also don't touch! Hands are filthy with bad bacteria! You don't want any infections! Good luck hon!

[Bigmommatojacob 54]

The glue they use for the incinsions and tape causes it also. Mine finally stopped itching. Dont scratch the incisions.

[KayleeC14 159]

Usually the itching means that the skin is healing around the incision. Now in my case, mine itch so bad and I am very prone to topical yeast infections. I got topical yeast infections with four of the 7 incisions and those were the ones down lower on my belly. But those were beat red, had yellow puss, and smelt like yeast. Which I hope that doesn't happen to you. I would talk with your doctor if you think there is something wrong with the itchiness.

[karensdRN 13]

I had an allergic reaction to the dermabond. I was a mess. I went to urgent care and was put high dose steroids for a week. My incisions were welted and swollen and red. I itched so bad. The meds really helped. I also had a very bad allergic reaction first night in hospital. The doc doesn't know if it was the anesthesia, pain meds, or antibiotic given in the OR. My entire body itched. Even the inside of my nostrils !!! I've never had an allergic reaction to anything in my 47 years. And I've had many surgeries with dermabond and was fine.

So who knows. Feel better!

[Countrygrrl 450]

Ugh I'm on day 7 and so itchy. Glad I found this

[mns112182 11]

I'm day 9 and mine started itching today. I have bandaids on them to prevent rubbing on my clothes. I gently rub my stomach on the outside of my clothing to get some relief. It's totally normal....it's a sign of healing.

[gettinghealthymom1 70]

Nice to know its a sign of healing! I'm on day 8 and itching so bad! Trying my best not to scratch