Itching on surgery scar

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Asked for Male, 26 Years

Hi, I undergone a bone replacement surgery in leg 6 years ago there was scar mark of surgery. Few months back i got itching on the scar mark now its itching more even arround the skin. The itching area becomes black aswell, i tried on applying coconut oil but nothing helps also tried with antibiotic cream that helped for few days but if i stop using again the itching starts. I assuming that the trowser and inner creates the probelm but not sure about it. I need help.

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Dr. Jolly Shah Kapadia Dermatologist 26 yrs exp Mumbai Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Jolly Shah Kapadia

Dermatologist 26 yrs exp Mumbai

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Hi Thanks for your query. Sometimes eczematous changes occur around scar. Avoid itching. Apply a good emollient regularly. Do not use irritants. Show a Dermatologist personally if problem persists.

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