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When did you guys start applying lotion on the incisions? the site feels dry and itchy. i just want to moisturize it. nurse said its okay via email, she didnt actually see it. i am 2 weeks post op.
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laura08802 dympce
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I had a large vertical incision (belly button to below panty line), with internal soluable stitches and glue on the outside. i used bio oil on my incision rather than lotion as it helps minimise the scarring and is very gentle on the skin. i also used silicone strips as they help keep it from getting dry and i liked the extra layer of protection.
In terms of timeframe, i cant remember exactly, but i think i was really super careful and my consultant and nurse said i didnt need to worry so much as the incision knits at the top layer of skin very quickly. i was also told to massage the incision scar after a few weeks to stop adhesions.
if the nurse says its ok, you should be fine. I'd be tempted to use something natural like aloe vera or bio oil rather than a lotion which might irritate the skin though.
sarah81110 dympce
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after 7-10 days once you have taken your dressing and showered, try vaseline to begin with & slowly massage your scar.
that is what the nurses told me when i went to change my dressing..
( from london 7 months post open myomectomy 25-30 fibriods removed)
good luck x