Are you dealing with scar tissue pain? It’s an unfortunate side effect during the healing of surgical scars and other injured tissues that are in the process of mending.
You might not realize this, but scar tissue is really different from normal skin tissue, and not just in its appearance. It is less flexible than the skin around it, which accounts for that “tight” feeling. Since it is less flexible, your scar tissue stays more rigid than the surrounding, normal skin, causing tension and irritation.
There is also the entrapment of nerve endings in scar tissue. This can cause “electric shock” type shooting pains when the scar is bumped. Aggressive scar massage can help desensitize the tissue. Though fairly uncommon, sometimes surgery is required to remove the inflamed, entrapped nerve ending (known as a neuroma).
Scars are less resistant to ultraviolet rays and can sunburn more easily, too. You may have noticed that scar tissue doesn’t grow hair. This is due to the lack of blood supply to the area. In short, your scar tissue is vulnerable and easily injured. Be sure to wear a sunblock with an SPF level of 30.
Scars can take up to 2 years to look their best. Over time, they flatten, become more flexible and continue to fade. Along the way, though, some scars can continue to be problematic. If your scar is growing larger and becoming more raised, that’s problematic and could be a keloid scar. So is itching and pain, increasing darkening of the area, and restriction of motion. Consult with your doctor to make sure nothing is seriously wrong. If the doctor feels your scar is healing, then the next thing to do is work on making the scar more flexible and supple, and less itchy and painful. Your doctor may recommend a topical steroid preparation with 1% hydrocortisone cream. This will relieve your symptoms, but 1% hydrocortisone cream does not affect the appearance of scars or promote their reduction. For improved scar appearance and texture over time, InviCible Scars is recommended.
To increase flexibility and suppleness, add more Vitamin A and C to your diet. That means adding fruits and vegetables rich in Vitamin A — like carrots, kale and sweet potatoes — and Vitamin C — like peppers, pineapple, and peas. Both vitamins help a great deal in healing scars and maintaining healthy skin. Vitamin C is one of the most important vitamins that you can get for a strong and healthy body. It boosts your immune system, lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease, and has an antioxidant effect on the body. Most importantly, it helps the body heal from injuries and scarring.
InviCible has Dual Vitamin C Complex for direct application to your scar tissue. It is hypoallergenic and non-greasy, and improves the appearance of scars by acting on every stage of the scar healing process. It also contains Dimethicone Silicone Gel, which can significantly soften tight scars, thus relieving itching and pain. Another important ingredient is Probiosyn-4 Natural Treatment Complex, a combination of aloe vera, essential fatty acids and licorice extract. These help decrease inflammation, while improving wound healing, skin moisture and scar elasticity. Essential fatty acids regenerate the lipid biolayer that is crucial for skin moisture. They also promote wound healing and scar elasticity. With regular application of InviCible your symptoms will reduce significantly.
Do you have a question about your scar? Leave a comment and we’ll be happy to assist.
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4 months ago I had shoulder replacement surgery. My incision does NOT seem to be infected. I am in physical therapy and that is going well but I continue to have a burning sensation around the scar. is there any ointment or cream that I can use to ease this?
Hi Sandy, Benadryl topical ointment may help. If that doesn’t work, a topical steroid may help decrease inflammation and ease your symptoms.
I have had a scar from my extra finger removed and it’s started hurting again after 13 years should I see a doctor or should I use ointment?
Hi Camdyn, it’s best to make an appointment with your dr.