Caesarean section scar itching

Many people know that cesarean section will leave scars on the mother's body. During the scar recovery process, some abnormal conditions often appear around the scar. The most common condition is pain, because scars need a recovery process and pain is a normal phenomenon. However, some women find that their cesarean section scars often itch. What is the reason for the itch on the cesarean section scar?

Consider the symptoms of scar hyperplasia during cesarean section, such as itching, tingling or burning pain, easy inflammation or local allergies. Early intervention of post-traumatic scars is necessary. Appropriate intervention and treatment can minimize the damage. The growth period of scar is 6 to 12 months. Choosing this time to repair scars can help stabilize the repair results. The best way currently is to use drugs to remove scars and repair scars. It can also soften and fade new superficial scars within a year by applying anti-scar cream externally to accelerate the fading of scars. However, if the scar has been formed for more than a year, or the scar is severe, scar removal with medication will not be effective. Simply using scar removal drugs is not effective.

Generally speaking, you cannot apply tape half a month after a cesarean section, but you can shower and apply wound dressing after the operation to prevent wound infection and to play a role in compressing and stopping bleeding. Recommendation: Cesarean section skin wounds can heal within 5 to 7 days after surgery, but full recovery takes about 4 to 6 weeks. The duration of wound dressing can be determined according to the wound healing condition. It is recommended to keep the skin clean and dry, and eat more fruits and vegetables rich in Vc and VA to help wound healing! Pay attention to cleaning the wound, and eat a light and nutritious diet. Before the wound heals, it is not advisable to eat too nourishing food.

After cesarean section, itching is a normal physiological phenomenon because new blood vessels and nerves will grow connective tissue, and when these tissues are crowded together, they are easily irritated, which will cause itching. Nerve tissue has poor regeneration ability and is more prone to itching during rapid development. Be careful to keep it dry and avoid infection, but also be careful not to scratch it with your hands. You also need to pay attention to your diet and avoid eating irritating foods. Easily digestible foods are better.