I had liposuction on my stomach, back and arms. I have terrible itching on my back and stomach area, is this normal?

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A lot of the clothing I put on causes me terrible itching, it's been 6 weeks and I'm starting to get concerned

Shain A. Cuber, MD · Answer

It is normal to have some degree of itching post operatively after liposuction.  Your skin is healing inside and out and will be more sensitive for a few weeks. In the meantime moisturize your skin, hydrate and try not to scratch too much.  You should also follow up with your surgeon with any questions and concerns that you may have.

Vijay K. Bindingnavele, MD, FACS · Answer

The itching may be due to a reaction to garments or something that you are wearing.  While some itching can be normal, it should not be very bothersome its best to follow up with your surgeon.

Carlos Castaneda, MD · Answer

It is very normal.Try body lotion, hydration helps a lot with this symptom.Other good options are coconut or almond oil for rubbing on your skin.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Itching after surgery, including after liposuction, is common. Scratching the skin will make this much worse and make the itching last much longer. Above all, do not scratch your skin.Best of luck,Mats Hagstrom, M.D.

I had liposuction on my stomach, back and arms. I have terrible itching on my back and stomach area, is this normal?

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