What happens if the wound of thyroid cancer is itchy

The itching of the incision of thyroid cancer patients may be caused by wound healing, allergic reaction, local infection, etc. It is recommended that patients go to the hospital for treatment in time and receive targeted treatment after clarifying the specific cause.

1. Wound healing: If itching occurs at the incision site after thyroid cancer surgery, it is considered a normal phenomenon of wound healing and usually does not require special treatment. During the healing process, itching may occur, but it is generally not accompanied by other discomfort symptoms. At this time, iodine can be used for disinfection and the local area should be kept clean and hygienic;

2. Allergic reaction: If you are allergic to sutures or dressings after thyroid cancer surgery, it may also cause itching symptoms at the incision site. Patients need to change the dressings in time and avoid contact with allergens. If necessary, they can take antihistamines for treatment as prescribed by the doctor, such as loratadine tablets, cetirizine hydrochloride tablets, etc.

3. Local infection: If proper nursing measures are not taken after thyroid cancer surgery, resulting in bacterial infection at the incision site, itching may also occur. It may also be accompanied by symptoms such as redness, swelling, and pain. Patients need to take antibiotics for treatment as prescribed by the doctor, such as amoxicillin capsules, cefixime capsules, etc.

4. Other situations: If the patient is in a high temperature environment for a long time after thyroid cancer surgery, or eats spicy and irritating food, it may cause excessive sweating, which will lead to dry skin and dandruff, and the above symptoms will also appear. At this time, you can improve it by drinking more water and eating a light diet.

In addition, you should pay attention to a reasonable diet in your daily life and eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, such as apples, spinach, etc. You also need to pay attention to getting more rest, ensuring adequate sleep time, and try to reduce staying up late for a long time.