Itching

Via

ok so my breast is itchy! The problem is that even if I scratch due that I had a double mastectomy with reconstruction. I can’t feel the relieve from scratch because I have no nerves there! Today all day that itching And desperation has drive me crazy and I wonder am I alone in this!?! And if not what do you guys do to find relief?

thanks,

Via

SoulShine1969

Via - It sounds like perhaps you have Post-Mastectomy Pain Syndrome. I, too, have experienced annoying manifestations of this syndrome. PMPS can present in many different ways, such as neuropathic itch, numbness and shooting pains among other symptoms. I found wearing a compression type bra to be somewhat helpful. I also have found some relief from PMPS by taking Gabapentin, prescribed by my MO for neuropathy in my hands. I hope you are able to find some relief soon.

Via

I had not thought of this! Thank you I will keep that in mind! This is a hard journey it has been a year and still have some pain and especially at night that keeps me up.

But now I know what can be causing it! Thank you!!

Vi

B123

hi! I am 10 years out with implants and started to get the itchiness again, only in one breast. Super annoying since you can’t feel it when scratching. Not sure why it’s starting over again. Benedryl helps with the itch. And I will try a compression bra like soulshine mentioned.

MinusTwo

B123 - I answered on your other thread.

sbelizabeth

I only had this a little while after mx, thank goodness. A neurogenic itch is enough to drive you nuts. I found an ice pack helped a lot when the itching was making me want to tear into my chest. My surgeon said it was a sign of nerves healing. Hope things get better soon!