10 days post op Hair Transplant, I am feeling itching. Any suggestions?

Question

its being over 10 days of my hair transplantation but now i am feeling big itching what to do shall I scratch the area or should i adopt any other alternate.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It is normal to experience itching after surgery.  There is no reason why you can't scratch or tap it, but your doctor may have specific instructions on how to deal with itching such as using hydrocortisone creams.  Be sure to follow all of your doctor's post-op instructions.  If you are in doubt, consult your doctor.

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

Itching is common and often a sign of healing. Be sure to check in with your surgeon so he or she can carefully evaluate things. There are a few causes of itching. At day 10 light rubbing (but not scratching) of the grafts is ok. The main goal now is to get the crust off. Soaking with baby oil for 10-15 minutea works well. Be sure to rinse well. A small amount of hydrocortisone is safe and can relieve itching for some. Check with your surgeon before starting. Finally antihistamines help some patients but can make drowsy. A careful and detailed discussion with your physician is needed before starting. All in all, gently massaging while shampooing is fine. Be sure to work hard day 8-14 to get crusts off.

M. Khawar Nazir, MBBS, MS(Derm) · Answer

Itching is normal in recipient area. After 10 days, hair generally establishes well inside skin.You can gently tap your skin & wash the area with baby shampoo to remove dry scabs.Also, you can take anti allergy medicines if needed.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

I recommend that you never scratch the graft area as it will cause grafts to come out and introduce infection. The medications HPR + HydroGel work well and you can get the reference from your doctor.

Michael Meshkin, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

itching after hair transplant can be indicative of healing.  There are many clients who experience itching while they are healing.  Hydrocortisone and Benadryl could  help.   However, just to be sure you are following the cleaning regiment correctly, call your hair transplant  doctor.

10 days post op Hair Transplant, I am feeling itching. Any suggestions?

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