What to do if you have a headache after a cesarean section

Headache is a common disease in the human body, but due to different causes of headaches, their natures are also different, and their treatment methods also have many requirements, including the situation of headache after cesarean section. This situation can be solved through certain treatment methods, but many people don’t know, so what should I do if I have a headache after cesarean section?

The main treatment is based on TCM syndrome differentiation. 1. Blood deficiency therapy: replenishing qi, nourishing blood and nourishing the brain

Prescription: Ginseng Yangrong Decoction

2.4 qian of Codonopsis pilosula, 2 qian of Atractylodes macrocephala, 3 qian of Poria cocos, 1.2 qian of Chuanxiong, 1 qian of Licorice, 3 qian of Angelica sinensis, 2.4 qian of stir-fried white peony root, 3 qian of Rehmannia glutinosa, 0.6 qian of cinnamon, 2.4 qian of Astragalus membranaceus, 2 qian of Schisandra chinensis, 2 qian of Polygala tenuifolia, 1.2 qian of dried tangerine peel, and 2 qian of Angelica dahurica.

If there is pain in the head and neck, you can add or subtract: add 2 qian of Pueraria root and 2 qian of Uncaria rhynchophylla.

2. Blood stasis therapy: activating blood circulation and opening the orifices

Prescription: Tongqiao Decoction (proven prescription)

Angelica sinensis 2 qian, peach kernel 2 qian, roasted ginger 1 qian, Achyranthes bidentata 2 qian, Leonurus japonicus 6 qian, Pheretima lumbar disc 2.4 qian, Angelica dahurica 2 qian, Uncaria rhynchophylla 2 qian, Trillium gracile 2 qian, Ligusticum chuanxiong 1.2 qian, Goat horn 3 qian, Bombyx batryticatus 2.4 qian.

3. Cold evil treatment: warming the meridians, dispelling cold and relieving pain

Prescription: Guizhi Siwu Decoction

Angelica 2 qian, Chuanxiong 3 qian, Red Peony Root 2 qian, Motherwort 3 qian, Rehmannia Glutinosa 3 qian, Cassia Twig 2 qian, Angelica dahurica 2 qian, Acorus calamus 2 qian, Asarum 1.2 qian, Vitex rotundifolia 2 qian, and Licorice 0.6 qian.

Apply ice to the headache area: Apply ice packs, cold towels, etc. to the affected area. This method can cause the blood vessels in the head to contract due to the cold, thereby reducing the pain.

Lie down and rest: If conditions permit, you can choose a quiet and dimly lit room to take a nap when you have a headache. Resting for thirty minutes can effectively relieve the pain.

Massage your head: Massage your head when you have a headache. This is a common and effective method. The main massage point is the temple. You can press it moderately with your fingers, or you can use your fist to rotate back and forth to massage the temple and hairline.

Drink some green tea: Green tea contains substances that can improve headaches, so you can drink some green tea to relieve discomfort. It should be noted that breastfeeding mothers should drink less to avoid affecting the baby.

Meditation: This can be done at home and is very effective in relieving headaches. You can buy some CDs of this kind after giving birth. When you have a headache, you can listen to the music while meditating or practicing yoga. You can slowly forget the pain with the music.

Wrapping a cloth around your head: It may seem funny, but it is actually quite effective. When a headache occurs, you can wrap a soft cloth or gauze around your temples, paying attention to applying moderate force. This can effectively inhibit blood vessel dilation and relieve headaches.