Very itchy incision 10 days post op of BA (Photo)

Question

Since getting tape off they have been super itchy even woken me up at night.. the Scare seems to be crusty also that was there when I had one week check up will thus go away or a sign of it not healing.. I know surgeon use glue on my scars..

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question! As your incisions heal, it is common to have itchiness. I would reach out to your plastic surgeon to see what he/she recommends to alleviate these symptoms. Good luck!

Ricardo A. Meade, MD · Answer

Congratulations on your breast augmentation. What are you are describing is a normal part of the healing process. Although it’s tempting, avoid scratching your incision sites, as this can interfere with your recovery. Contact your plastic surgeon and let him or her know that this is bothering you and ask for suggestions for how to alleviate the itchiness. Many times, an oral or topical antihistamine can help to curb this sensation, but it’s best to check with your doctor before starting a new medication during your recovery.

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Hello,Thank you for your question and photos. There is nothing concerning pictured here but It is best for you to have wound concerns addressed in person with your Plastic Surgeon.All the best

Michael Horn, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I recommend following the post operative instructions given by your Board Certified Surgeon. It is common to experience itching at the incision. This is  typically caused naturally by the healing process.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

HI there, Thank you for your question. It is normal to feel some itching while you are healing. It is always best to follow up with your surgeon if you have concerns. Best, realdrsix

Christopher J. Davidson, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question and photograph.  Some itching at the incision site is quite common and indicates normal healing.  Best to follow-up with your plastic surgeon regarding his/her recommendations.  Good luck.

Gary L. Ross, MBChB, FRCS · Answer

Itching at the stitch line is a usual part of the healing process. If you have any concerns or getting redness / discharge see your PS.

Rafael Gottenger, MD · Answer

Good Morning and thank you for your question. Your incisions looks as they are healing well, some itchiness is expected as part of the healing process, however, I recommend you to discuss all your concerns with your board certified plastic surgeon.

Michelle Bonness, MD · Answer

You may be having an allergic reaction to the tape or steri strips that were on the incision.  Removing the tape will help.  Call your Plastic Surgeon for further care.  I usually recommend over the counter steroid cream.  It also could be an early infection.  Please call your surgeon.

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

As others have mentioned it is not uncommon for incisions to itch  10 days after breast augmentation.  However  if the itching is intense or redness develops  you may have an allergy to the table of the Steri-Strips or the blue.  If this does happen then topical steroid treatments  can be beneficial.  I suggest to see her plastic surgeon for an examination and a decision whether he should use topical steroids.

Very itchy incision 10 days post op of BA (Photo)

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