I have this dry itchy patch next to my incision. What can I do?

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I think it might be eczema and it can be treated with hydrocortisone OTC cream. What do you guys think???

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.
  
I would recommend that you discuss this question with your surgeon as every surgeon has their own respective post op protocol for his/her patients.  Your surgeon is your best resource as he/she is most familiar with your medical history and how you are healing at this time.
  
The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.
  
Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.
  
Best of luck!
  
Dr. Schwartz
  
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
  
#RealSelf100Surgeon

Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD, FACS · Answer

It appears to be some time of infection: fungal or bacterial.  Visit with your plastic surgeon for a medication to treat it.

Onelio Garcia Jr, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question, you can try a moisturizer with no oils or perfumes.  If the patch persist, seek the opinion of a Dermatologist in your area.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

I would suggest showing it to your doctor first, and then if need, go see a dermatologist, especially if you have not been diagnosed with eczema.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

I think you need in person dermatology appointments to evaluate this skin issue. Most likely a local therapy to the area will resolve this issue. Make a few calls.

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

Thank you for your question.  Please see your plastic surgeon an request a dermatology consult to be certain of the diagnosis.  If you have eczema elsewhere it may be eczema.  However there are diseases of the breast that can present with this type of rash and they should be ruled out.

I have this dry itchy patch next to my incision. What can I do?

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