What are the consequences of repeatedly picking at scalp wound scabs?

In life, it is easy to get wounds on the body due to various reasons, such as scalp wounds. Such wounds will automatically scab over time, and scabs mean that they are about to recover. However, many patients will repeatedly pick at the scabs, which will cause great harm to the body, reduce the immunity of the skin on the head, and make it more likely to cause secondary infection. So what are the consequences of repeatedly picking at scabs on scalp wounds?

First, what are the consequences of repeatedly picking at scabs on scalp wounds? In fact, the statement that there are harms in picking at scabs on the scalp is one-sided. Generally speaking, as long as the scab area of ​​the patient does not become infected after being removed, it will not affect the patient's health. The reason why we prohibit patients from repeatedly scratching the scab area is to prevent bacteria from the hands from infecting the wound during the scratching process, causing secondary infection of the wound, which is not conducive to wound recovery and the health of the patient.

Second, once the patient's wound is infected with bacteria due to the removal of the scab , it may cause accidental infection, which may cause scalp damage to the patient, the wound will not heal and may ulcerate. If the situation is serious, the patient may develop a high fever, persistent fever, and cause serious complications and other diseases. So from a medical point of view, we do not recommend that patients repeatedly scratch the scabby areas. If the patient feels itchy on the scabby area of ​​his scalp, we can apply iodine or alcohol to relieve inflammation and eliminate bacteria. Instead of scratching it directly with your hands.

What are the consequences of repeatedly picking scabs on scalp wounds? Through understanding the above content, I believe everyone has already understood it, so in life, we must avoid developing the habit of picking scabs. Only by allowing the scalp to heal naturally during the recovery process can we most fundamentally ensure the perfection of the scalp function. Prevent your actions from affecting your health. It will reduce your scalp immunity and affect your scalp health and hair growth.