Why do my scars still itch?

It's normal for them to itch for years. Here's a "medical" explanation: Wound healing is a very long and complex process which progresses in stages. Three stages of wound healing can be classified as: I. Inflamation; II. Proliferation; and III. Remodeling. These stages are fairly well understood and can be further broken down into specific cellular mechanisms that promote wound healing during each stage. The process can ultimately last for months or even years, depending on exactly where it is on the body, what type of tissue it is, and the kind of use that the tissue receives in terms of daily stretching and exposure to the environment. But in general, since sensation in and around the affected area comes from nerve endings (there are no nerve endings inside scar tissue ... but there are all around scars), itching comes from stimulation of those endings. In early healing, such stimulation can come from the processes of healing itself. But later, the mechanical stretching of scar tissue next to normal tissues can stimulate nerve endings and cause an itching sensation. This is assuming there is no inflammation around the healed tissue.

Scars itch because they remind you each day, that you went to war, and you made it out alive. The Scars that mark our bodies are prove that we're warriors, each one tells a story like tattoos do. Scars itch because they're memories that don't want to leave you, not because they haunt you, but because they are part of who you are, of who you will be. Scars itch, because they need you to embrace them, and they want to be what pushes you to keep going.

You scars itch because they are scars. Thats just what scars do, and they will probably be there for awhile. I would know...

My personal scars still itch because of being teased for them. I had open heart surgery at a very young age, the doctors even said I was 75% chance mortality. Yes, I was highly probable to death. Almost 24 now so exceeded my life expectancy. Doesn't stop people from having teased me for my "second belly button" the scar the five left to suck the blood filling my lungs. Or the line down my chest making my clevedge, yeah I'm a girl with boobs, stick out more prominently than most. So no, self inflicted scars aren't the only ones that bring attention to a person, negative attention. Sometimes the scars we have that kept us alive even get ridiculed. What kind of society is that? Anyway. I've learned to accept them. I wouldn't have made it pass age 3 if it weren't for that sugary. Second belly button or not, I'm more glad to still be alive.

Often scar tissue will change shape and heal for many years to come, see it as a positive that the scars itch - the itch means healing. You are a recovery warrior in the making :)

There are a few reasons and it depends whereabouts in the healing process they are. If fairly new, they itch because they are healing and that is a natural part of the process. If they are fairly old it may be due to nerves that were once damaged or cut growing back. Scar tissue has a think layer of skin over it that can itch if it is dry, just like any other skin. This can be helped by using moisturiser on the scarred area :)

It's normal for them to itch for years. Here's a "medical" explanation: Wound healing is a very long and complex process which progresses in stages. Three stages of wound healing can be classified as: I. Inflamation; II. Proliferation; and III. Remodeling. These stages are fairly well understood and can be further broken down into specific cellular mechanisms that promote wound healing during each stage. The process can ultimately last for months or even years, depending on exactly where it is on the body, what type of tissue it is, and the kind of use that the tissue receives in terms of daily stretching and exposure to the environment. But in general, since sensation in and around the affected area comes from nerve endings (there are no nerve endings inside scar tissue ... but there are all around scars), itching comes from stimulation of those endings. In early healing, such stimulation can come from the processes of healing itself. But later, the mechanical stretching of scar tissue next to normal tissues can stimulate nerve endings and cause an itching sensation. This is assuming there is no inflammation around the healed tissue. ~~~Just found these...you should try them out :) http://www.neosporin.com/products/wound-care-products?page=0. ----------For Itching Now: Any anti itch cream/lotion would probably help. http://www.drugstore.com/products/prod.asp?pid=46887&catid=44616

Your wounds may still be healing. That's the usual cause for itching. Be sure to keep it clean with soap & water and pat dry with a clean, lint free cloth. I would suggest using an antibiotic ointment to calm the itch. If you are sure the wound is completely healed & the scar is itchy, I would suggest using a gentle, scent free lotion. I've also used cocoa butter- it also helps reduce the appearance of the scars. By keeping wounds clean & allowing them to heal without interference will reduce the scars. Keeping them moisturized will ease itching and minimize their appearance. If your wound is warm, red, and oozing, please see a doctor. It may be infected.

You get addicted to the feeling of hurting yourself as long as your mindset doesnt change. Thats why.

They itch because they are healing. All scars do that... Mine do it occasionally but it's okay, it's a natural healing course of your body. It's saying, "Hey, you've hurt yourself here, we're going to help it get better."