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Itchy wounds
Recently met with an accident and I am feel itchy around the wounds while applying ointment. How can it be controlled ?
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Not uncommon following injuries during healing of wounds
Gentle application of ointment or gel may be beneficial
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Kindly discuss for your concern
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It's normal after the injury.
Apply betadine cautiously with preventive measure TT injection to your nearest local physician.
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I understood your concern and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.
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Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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Dr. Nimmi Mulwani
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
It's normal as the wound will be healing. So it's better to not scratch it. Apply the ointment gently
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Dr. Kevin Reji
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9 yrs exp
Ernakulam
Needs to assess in detail
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Dr. Khushboo
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8 yrs exp
New Delhi
Discuss with your doctor
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Dr. Mounika S
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Vijayawada
Itching is very common while wounding healing.
Avoid scratching , use ointment.
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if very severe can use oral medication .
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