What shall I do for unbearable itching of wound?

Question

Hello doctor,

I got a grafting surgery on my chest for which a skin was removed partially from my leg. The problem is in my leg from where the skin was extracted. It has converted to an infection with small red bumps, pimple and unbearable itching. I am attaching the picture. It has been like this for the past 45 days. But, the itchiness is unbearable. Please recommend something for this extreme itching. It also gets worse in humid condition with temporary relief in cool places. I had breast cancer and got treatment. I had Teczine for itching, but stopped it due to dizziness.

Answer 1

Hi,

I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries.

I understand your concern and will try to help you with it.

In the picture, there is no infection seen (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Only post procedure pigmentation is there at present. You have itching due to healing. Any skin wound during healing cause a bit of itching. You continue taking Teczine 5 milligrams (Levocetirizine) if itching is more. This tablet cause bit drowsiness, so take it in the night if possible. Also, use a good moisturizer. Any moisturizer will help you. If itching still continue, then you can use Diprovate-G lotion (combination of Betamethasone and Gentamicin) once in a day for a few days. From the photos, it seems that your itching problem will subside in a few days. So, just use moisturizer and Teczine for a few days.

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