Judith's Posts

Hello Judith. It differs from person to person. Mine took a couple of months to really quiet down and the rest of it seemed to calm down better than at the tip of the incision. It helped me greatly(on advice from Eleanor and Ginger) to also wet a clean wash cloth, wring it out well and place it carefully in half over the incision and the warmth seems to quiet the area and keep it from itching or staying really pink and red. I also did not wear tight things/bras while at home but opted to wear all cotton tank tops or lose cotton t-shirts while again, inside or in my yard in back until it seemed most of the swelling seemed to be lessening. I found the incision did best for me being able to breath without ointments and such for a few months. My skin though gets irritated easily. Be really careful in the sun as the entire center incision area(if this is where yours is located) will sun burn easily(ouch) I know, I know, common sense! I mention this as here in Calif. the weather when walking was warmer than I thought and I realized the importance of protecting this "masterpiece" from sunlight. Good luck to you and happy healing.