It is 6 months since my Mitral Valve Replacement surgery. The incision area is very itchy. Is this normal for so many months after surgery?
George Gardopee Hi Harry. Dr. Gillinov repaired my mitral (and tricuspid) a little over a year ago. My incision itche ... Read more
George Gardopee Hi Harry. Dr. Gillinov repaired my mitral (and tricuspid) a little over a year ago. My incision itched for months after and still does occasionally, but not very intensely. I think many people on this site reported similar experience.
HARRY GOLDSTEIN OH THANKS A MILLION for your comment. At least I see that I'm not the exception.
Adam Pick Hey Harry, While I did not have an itchy scar after surgery, I do know several patients who have had ... Read more
Adam Pick Hey Harry, While I did not have an itchy scar after surgery, I do know several patients who have had an issue with this. Similar to what George shared... I hear the itch typically subsides over time.