I am 3 weeks post op (sleeve), all my tapes have come off and all my incisions look good, but I'm itchy! I don't itch because I'm not crazy lol but I really want to put on lotion. Does anyone know if that's ok?

Maybe try a hydrocortisone cream. It would help with itching. Good luck!

3 hours ago, PeachPerfect said:

I am 3 weeks post op (sleeve), all my tapes have come off and all my incisions look good, but I'm itchy! I don't itch because I'm not crazy lol but I really want to put on lotion. Does anyone know if that's ok?

The best thing would be an antihistamine tablet and some unscented lotion for the dry skin 3 weeks out the wounds are closed on top. so as long as you don't pick at them all will be well.

If you want to avoid creams and lotions you can try putting an ice pack wrapped in a towel. It will numb the area slightly and help with the itching.

I put lotion on my incisions with no problems. If you’re still questioning it, start with something like Neosporin or hydrocortisone cream.

Thanks guys! I had the unscented aveeno lotion and used that with no problems

2 hours ago, PeachPerfect said:

Thanks guys! I had the unscented aveeno lotion and used that with no problems

I'm glad something worked for you!

Also, I know that itching means healing so congrats!

Good luck!

I applied benadryl cream on my inscisions. It helped with itching.