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When it comes 2 infections, wounds, and so on. is an itching sensation considered a good thing or bad? iv herd an itching sensation means its healing.

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Dr. John Leander Po answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

In context,it's good: Depending of the situation, if dealing with a soft tissue infection/ ulceration, once the infection is controlled, the itching suggests return to innervation. However, if you are dealing with other diseases, itching may suggest worsening of a condition ( e.g shingles, herpes)

Answered 7/20/2014

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A member asked:

When it comes 2 infections, wounds, and so on. is an itching sensation considered a good thing or bad? iv herd an itching sensation means its healing.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Leander Po answered

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