I had 5300 FU performed on Nov. 18th and have a good measure of optimism. My only concern is this constant itching. Am I doing any harm when I softly itch or rub my fingers over my scalp to stop the itchy sensation?

Also, is there anything I can do to combat this itchy feeling?

Ron73,

Congratulations on your mega mega session. I'm hesitant to make medical suggestions about your condition but I think using Selsum Blue shampoo to moderate any inflamation might help. But I do suggest you ask your physician first before trying this shampoo or any other treatments.

If you do get a treatment that works please do tell us.

Best wishes for a bumper crop in 2006.

Are you using graftcyte? It keeps the area moist and I think relieves itching.

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graftcyte

Thanks! I had not be using graftcyte but just did a search and ordered some because of your suggestion.

Just wanted to mention that Graftcyte also helped my itching after I had my transplant. I was spraying that stuff on several times a day.

Ron73,

Who did you go to for your transplant?

Best of Luck,
GuitarPlayer

Thanks Guitar Player, I had the surgery done at Hasson and Wong in Vancouver Canada. Long trip from Texas! I just posted my photo album. I will try to figure out how to link it to this page

You can reduce itching by taking Bendryl.

Even just spraying water mist on the recipient area could alleviate minor itching. Worth a try until your graftcyte comes!

-Robert