i worked with a guy that used the same type of treatment, especially the scrub it til it bleeds part, he swore by it. i think he was a poison ivy magnet.
no idea.. hopefully the doc gives me a shot. its so bad that i think if i scrub and bleech it i think i might get a massive infection.
what you need is a "GOOD" dermatologist, skin problems can be some of the most difficult to diagnose, and good ones are busy and hard to get an appointment with fast, maybe you can get lucky with a cancelation. good luck. let us know what it is.
im thinking cortazone shot.
Your system might be still buggered up since your operations. You had some major surgery not too long ago and that shit can affect your ability to heal for quite some time, even change how well you heal for the rest of your life. Get to a good doctor and make sure they know your recent medical history.
