What to do if the surgical wound is itchy?

In modern society, cesarean section has become a common way for women to give birth to babies. Some mothers will feel itchy at the incision after the scab forms. Some symptoms are mild, while others are more serious. Experts say that if it is mild, no special treatment is needed. If it is serious, you can apply medicine, adjust your diet, divert your attention, etc. In addition, you should do appropriate exercise to improve your immunity.

1. Why does the wound itch after cesarean section?

The wound will itch after a cesarean section. This is because new blood vessels and nerves need to grow connective tissue. These new blood vessels and nerves are particularly dense, and the new nerves are easily stimulated, which will produce an itchy feeling. If the incision is itchy and the new mother can bear it, generally no special treatment is required.

2. What to do if the wound itches after cesarean section

1. Apply medicine

When the wound becomes itchy after a cesarean section, the mother can apply some topical medications to help relieve the itching under the guidance of a doctor. In addition, the scab on the incision should not be removed too early. Removing the scab too early will take away the epidermal cells that are still in the repair stage, and even tear off the dermal tissue, and stimulate the wound to become itchy.

2. Diet adjustment

If the wound is itchy after a cesarean section, the mother should improve her diet and eat more fruits, eggs, lean meat, pork skin and other foods rich in vitamins C, E and essential amino acids for the human body. These foods can promote blood circulation, improve the metabolic function of the epidermis, and are very helpful for the recovery of the incision and the relief of itching.

3. Distract

The wound will be itchy after a cesarean section, but the mother does not need to feel uneasy or anxious. She should maintain a good mental state, which plays an important role in the recovery of the wound. When the wound is itchy, the mother can read a book, listen to music, watch a movie or do other things to divert her attention.

3. Precautions for itchy wound after cesarean section

1. If the wound is itchy after a caesarean section, mothers should be careful not to scratch it or wash it with hot water, and should not rub the scar.

2. It is not advisable to wear clothes with high friction such as lace or chemical fiber.

3. Keep the scar clean and wipe off the sweat in time to reduce itching.

4. Be careful to avoid sunlight on caesarean section scars to prevent ultraviolet stimulation and pigmentation.

5. Pay attention to care and dietary taboos, and avoid eating spicy foods such as chili peppers, onions, garlic, etc.