Peking Union Medical College Hospital Dermatologist Liu Xiaoke
Pruritus is a disease that will be 'up to eighty-eight, down to just climb'. In the face of pruritus, scratching will not stop the itching, but it will only stimulate the sense of touch and pain in the same area. This creates a feeling of 'itchiness', which creates a vicious circle and the more itchy.
Skin pruritus is related to dry skin caused by dry weather. In this regard, people think that bathing is a good method. In actual fact, frequent bathing will only cause more fat loss on the skin surface, which will cause damage to the oil layer. Causes the water below to lock, Not only does it not moisturize, does not make up water, it also evaporates water faster, making the skin sensitive and dry.
In the face of pruritus, the correct course of action is: 1. Take a bath. When the climate is dry, wash it 1 or 2 times a week. Each wash for 5 to 10 minutes. Do not overheat the water temperature. Avoid bathing, sauna, and paralysis. In addition, do not use soap and other bath products, you can use a weak acidic shower gel, or do not use. 2. Multi-oil, after bathing, use a towel instead of drying. Use body lotion is essential 3. Feelings of joy, develop some interests and hobbies, shift attention to 'itch', prevent mental stress and other factors from aggravating the body's itching.
