Itching post-Mixto laser

I had the Mixto laser done on December 22, and I experienced nearly intolerable itching 2 days post-op, and it won't stop! Is this common or could it be a reaction to the Aquaphor or something else? I haven't read much about itching from others.

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A: Need to control inflammation

Armando Soto, MD

Hi there- Itching after Mixto resurfacing is fairly common, and it seems 1 out of every 4 of my patients will develop this to some extent or another. I would call my doctor first, to make sure there isn't a need to be seen, as if the itching is accompanied by other problems it may mean something else entirely... more

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