itchy breast after surgery

Friday 25th April I had a lumpectomy and sentinel node biopsy.  The Biopsy came back clear.

 

I came home from hospital friday afternoon.  Today (tuesday) four days after op, my breast and underarm area is really itchy and driving me nuts.  Obviously I cant scratch it because it is still quite tender. I have had a wound check and the nurse said its healing nicely that was before i started to itch…   Is the itching normal or should i be concerned.  my hubby said its probably a sign that everything is healing, but i am a little concerned.  If it is normal is there anything I can do to stop the itching.  Any help or advice appreciated.

Hi songbird I had a lumpectomy 2 weeks ago and  also suffered from itching and sometimes sharp pain. i also thnk it was the wound healing and had my dressings and steristrips removed on friday and I am really pleased with the scar.

I would however get it checked again in case you might be allergic to dressing.

 

Hugs and best wishes

Wyn x