Burning and Itching

Hello New Sisters, I had my surgery almost 4 weeks ago. It went well, I had a good medical team and left the hospital the next day. I pushed the departure because I couldn't lay still and was able to do the necessary bodily functions to be released. I'm home and have resumed drivng and light chores. I probably do a little to much but I rest often. My question and concern has to do with the itching. It is a nightmare. It starts with a burning sensation, then goes to the an awful deep tissue itching. I can't have anything touch my stomach or it is worse. A hot shower helps but I can't take one 4 -5 times a day. Does anyone have something similar or suggestions? I have other questions but right now that one is most pressing - okay itchy, right now... I've tried heating pads, vitamin E, cocoa butter, and lotion. Thanks

I have it too.
It drives me NUTS.
I find one of those hot/cold bags frozen helps some but really nothing is taking it away entirely.

How long does it last? Does it taper off with more time?

Well, I'm only a week ahead of you. I had it almost all the time for awhile, now it's maybe 1/2 time? I think I just might be busier now and not noticing it as much too.

Thank you, knowing I'm not alone in this helps. I'm going to try a cold compress tonight.

I used hydrocortisone cream. Not sure if that's okay to use, but it really helped my itching. The itchy drives you batty, but a good sign that the incisions are healing.