What's wrong with my leg itching after a fracture?

Itching after a fractured leg may be caused by growth of the fracture end, long-term fixation, infection, hypertrophic scars, contact dermatitis, etc. It is recommended to go to the hospital in time to find out the cause and carry out targeted treatment. At the same time, drug treatment, surgical treatment, etc. should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor.

1. Fracture growth: During the recovery period of fracture, itching may occur due to the healing and growth of the fracture ends. This is a normal reaction to the growth of the fracture ends and does not require special treatment. It is usually necessary to limit activities and avoid strenuous exercises such as running and skipping rope.

2. Long-term fixation: After a fracture, a plaster or splint may need to be fixed, which will affect the air permeability of the local skin and cause long-term irritation from sweat, causing itching symptoms. It is recommended to fix it for 2 to 3 weeks. The symptoms will gradually ease after fixation.

3. Infection: Fractures are related to direct or indirect violent injuries, which can cause local injuries. If you do not pay attention to nursing measures, infection, pain, swelling or itching symptoms may occur. You need to do a good job of local hygiene and wipe with warm water. You can also use cephalosporin capsules, amoxicillin capsules and other drugs under the guidance of a doctor to play an anti-infection role.

4. Hypertrophic scars: If the fracture is more serious, surgical incision fixation treatment is required. Local tissue damage will occur during the operation, which may be accompanied by excessive repair of fibrous tissue, causing hypertrophic scars, local lumps or itching. You can use scar cream or compound sodium heparin allantoin gel as recommended by the doctor to promote the repair of fibrous tissue.

5. Contact dermatitis: If you have an allergic constitution, you may be allergic to drugs, which can easily cause symptoms such as fracture erythema, papules, and itching. It is recommended to stay away from allergens to avoid recurrent attacks. You can also use cetirizine hydrochloride tablets or loratadine tablets for treatment as recommended by the doctor, which can play an anti-allergic effect.

During the recovery period, you need to go to the hospital regularly for X-ray examinations as recommended by the doctor, pay attention to the recovery of the fracture, eat a light diet, and eat more protein-rich foods such as eggs, lean pork, and tofu to promote wound healing.