What should I do if my scalp is itchy after giving birth?

After giving birth, the mother needs to rest at home for a period of time, which is called confinement. Don’t underestimate the confinement period, because it is very important for the mother. It allows the mother’s body to rest, and more importantly, it can prevent her from suffering from certain diseases. So the question is, what should I do if my scalp becomes itchy after childbirth?

Scalp itching actually refers to the imbalance of the scalp flora and the proliferation of harmful bacteria, which causes the scalp to become disordered.

The itchy scalp that we often talk about is actually related to three reasons: first, the scalp is naturally sensitive, and problems such as dust or touch may occur; second, fungal infection, this type of symptom is generally accompanied by a large amount of dandruff; third, the hair follicles are damaged, such as perming, hair dyeing, seborrheic alopecia, etc.

The specific treatment methods are as follows:

1. Wash your hair frequently

A large proportion of people with itchy scalp suffer from itchy scalp due to improper cleaning, inadequate shampooing or overly irritating shampoo. If this continues for a long time, it will cause adverse symptoms such as itchy scalp and sensitivity. You should wash your hair properly and use a mild shampoo.

2. Improve your diet

To prevent and treat the symptoms of itchy scalp, we also need to develop good eating habits. Avoid overeating sweets, acidic foods, fried foods, and spicy foods (chili, mustard, spirits, coffee, etc.). You should eat more alkaline foods, such as milk, seaweed, fruits and so on.

3. Kill fungi

If the itchy scalp is caused by a fungal infection, the principle of treatment is to remove the fungus. An obvious symptom of a fungal infection is increased dandruff, and some shampoos have this effect.

Through the detailed introduction above, I believe everyone is already familiar with why the scalp is itchy after childbirth. I hope everyone can find a satisfactory solution.