I had a full thickness skin graft 2 years ago on my foot. It has become very itchy and when i scratch becomes raw and swollen. As soon as it heals, the whole process starts over again. To make things worse i am a Type 1 Diabetic. Not sure what to do about the itch and swollen foot
Hello, In case of diabetics it is necessary to keep your diabetes under control. There are increase chances of infection in such cases. You should do following to have relief:- Keep your blood sugar under control.- Some time such itching can happen due to blood stagnation. Apply a compression bandage from below upwards. In case of resting position keep your limb elevated on a pillow.- Take an anti itch preparation like Levi cetirizine on prescription. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. 