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A member asked:

Just had gallbladder surgery and now its scabbing what can i do to take the itching away?

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Dr. Tracy Berg answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Recovery: Ok to call in to your surgery team office during office hours and ask this question, make sure you have a POST OP appointment. Usually over the counter Benadryl (diphenhydramine) will slow down the itching. Be well.

Answered 1/24/2017

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