I had hernia surgery to my stomach two weeks ago. The incision is approximately 10 in long.
The area along the incision line is itching terribly and is driving me crazy. No sutures or staples were used, only medical glue. I know the itching is due to the healing process but is their anything else I can put on or around the area to stop the itching. (Out of calamine lotion, didn't know if I could use that anyhow) but will take any ideas.
2007-01-29 13:18:58 · 9 answers · asked by Nunya 4 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
And Shadowgirl... You think it's funny to go through surgery? Rot in ****!!!!! Hopefully nohting serious every happens to you. This was my 6th operation, moron! Why don't you go to your kiddie sights!!
2007-01-30 09:31:52 · update #1
If you are allergic to cortisone try ice or a very cool, damp cloth.
Hope you recuperate soon!
2007-01-29 13:23:30 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
There really isn't anything you can put on the incision that will help the itching without irritating it. Putting anything on a healing wound/incision can increase chances of infection and increase chances of scarring. I would recommend just dealing with it. I had the same problem with an incision and just dealt with it. Once it is healed more you will be able to lightly brush it with clean hands to help the itching but I would keep it clean and let your body continue to do it's thing!
2007-01-29 13:29:38 · answer #2 · answered by teelob 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try Benedryl cream- it should stop the itching without slowing the healing process. Good luck!
2007-01-29 13:29:26 · answer #3 · answered by Patty4 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can try a cortisone cream, but beware that it will slow down the healing process. You could also try a paste of baking soda and water. It should get better soon. Good luck!!
2007-01-29 13:23:59 · answer #4 · answered by Connie K 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My canine has an identical accent on the prompt, which change into also driving me loopy. i did not take the collar off her in spite of the undeniable fact that because i do not pick to possibility her getting a an infection in her incision - (canine get their mouths on the variety of tremendous variety of nasty issues). I cleared as a lot small furnishings out of ways so she did not hit it attempting to flow by potential of. also, she 's getting more effective powerful at maneuvering her way round. more effective powerful to be secure than sorry!
2016-10-17 04:06:47 · answer #5 · answered by mcgoon 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If I were you I would call the doctors office or the hospital. Why take any chances. You don't need anything else happening. Hope you feel better.
2007-01-29 13:24:35 · answer #6 · answered by thmsnbrgll 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i had surgery over a year ago and stitches and whatnot were used but it still itches more often then it should..i never really thought anything of it so i haven't went back to my doctor but you should just call your doctor when they are open and ask
2007-01-29 13:24:42 · answer #7 · answered by bittersweet 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm a nurse. Benadryl OTC will help you. I would also apply warm cloths to the area, it works. Take care
2007-01-29 13:35:39 · answer #8 · answered by nursey 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
cortizone
2007-01-29 13:21:50 · answer #9 · answered by whateverbabe 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋