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" Question I have a four-year-old episiotomy scar and a one-year-old burn scar on my shoulder. The scar tissue on both itches constantly.  Why is this and what can I try to alleviate the symptoms or heal the scars?   Answer The cause of the itching here is almost certainly incomplete healing, particularly of the tiny nerve endings in the skin.  As you will be able to see, the new tissue is different in appearance and consistency to normal skin.  The inelasticity of scar tissue, especially in the first few months, can also contribute to a feeling of itchiness. The problem can be very long-lasting, although the body will eventually adjust and the symptoms improve. Unfortunately, there is nothing that can be done to hasten healing of nervous tissue, but gentle moisturising and softening of the scarred area of skin may help to alleviate the discomfort. Yours sincerely The NetDoctor Medical Team   Other Qs &amp;amp; As A creeping scar Birthmarks &amp;amp;#8211; what are the options? Can I remove scars without laser treatment? Embarrassed about birthmark Foundations to cover scars Getting rid of a scar How can I get rid of my scars? How can my sister hide her multiple scars? I have a very bad scar My scar is very noticeable Our daughter has a birthmark on her tummy. Will it go away on its own? Scar on the chest Scar removal Scars Scars from chickenpox Scars from eczema Scars have changed colour Tell me about keloid scars Very painful scar Waxing has scarred me What can my daughter do to reduce scarring from spots? Will my scar ever go? Will plastic surgery rid me of an unsightly birthmark?   Last updated 09.04.2014 "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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