A member asked:

Recently i had poured hot water on my neck. now the skin is healing but i feel itching on the skin as new skin layers are forming. what cream s?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

You can: You can use Hydrocortisone 1% cream or ointment. If does not improve then see your dermatologist for evaluation and to discuss treatment options.

Answered 6/25/2014

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Dr. Michael Miller answered

Specializes in Wound care

Simple treatment: Gotta disagree with doctor's answer. Healing involves inflammation (redness, warmth, pain and swelling) which are natural and integral parts of healing. Using medicines that are anti-inflammatories such as topical steroids will slow down the healing. For better or worse, the itching is while inconvenient, a natural part of healing in that area. Use a good skin cream or burn ointment.

Answered 12/2/2014

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