Can't scratch my itch!

My tummy is starting to itch some, but I can't scratch it because the area is still so numb. It is SO IRRITATING!

Hi spaceytracey72,

Boy, I remember that awful itching around my healing incision!! I would very lightly run my finger tips (not nails) along either side of the incision(not directly on it) and that did seem to help. Another thing that helped was a cold pack. Mostly though, it just itched. It does get better as the healing progresses. I hope yours feels better soon.

S,
Kay

Oh yes, I remember it well.
Drove me insane for a couple of weeks then eased off again. Scratching didn't help at all, but I found patting the area seemed to give some relief - probably moved things a little inside and found the irritation. Also used vitamin e cream on the outside to combat dry skin.
Here I am 4 months down the track and last night I had another bout of the unscratchable itch. I guess things are still healing inside where the nerves need to find each other again. Probably a good sign, as it means they are finding each other. Hopefully it means the numb area will fade too - that still feels weird when I lean up against something.
Good luck with the itch.
Happy healing!

I'm over 8 months post op and I still get the "unscratchable itch". PLUS I'm still numb in the lower area of my incision. Oh well, if thats my only problem I'm doing good.

I remember the first time I felt that I was in the shower. While it annoyed me, I was glad to have it too b/c it meant I was healing.

Can't remember what I did for it, hope something the sisters post will help you.

This is my first time here, and my first post, and I'm happy to see I'm "normal". I actually called the doctor today to see what I could put on my incision to stop the itch. She said Baby Lotion was fine. I'm going out to get some today.