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I had shoulder arthroscopy a week ago and my incisions itch. anything i can do?
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Keep clean: Shower using soap ; water, no bath tub. Also putting rubbing alcohol on them can help. Leave open 2 the air also. Those r my instructions but check with ur surgeon 2 get the ok.
Answered 12/29/2013
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