What should I do if the wound itches after caesarean section?

Caesarean section means that a woman's abdominal wall is cut into the abdominal cavity by surgery, and then the uterus is cut to give birth to a fetus, so a woman who has a caesarean section will leave two scars on the uterus and abdominal wall. So what about itching after caesarean section?

1, usually wound itching is caused by local granulation tissue proliferation, which is the performance of wound healing, so don't worry too much. If there is no redness and swelling on the surface of the wound, and there is no other uncomfortable feeling, then there is no need to deal with it any more. You can observe and wait first. It should be noted that the wound is itchy and cannot be scratched by hand to avoid scar infection. Iodophor and alcohol can be used for local cleaning to relieve itching.

2. If the wound is itchy and the local incision is still red and swollen, this situation should be taken seriously, and wound infection or liquefaction may occur. Women should go to the hospital in time to change the dressing, and at the same time do B-ultrasound to evaluate the recovery of the wound, and if necessary, cut and drain locally.

3. The wound is itchy after caesarean section. Women should be careful not to rub the scar, and do not wear high-friction clothes such as lace to keep the scar clean and hygienic. If you sweat, you should wipe your sweat in time to relieve itching symptoms. The scar of caesarean section should avoid sunlight and prevent ultraviolet rays from forming pigment precipitation. Usually pay more attention to nursing and dietary taboos, and avoid eating * * * food.