Why Every time I have my bath, my body will start scratching me. I am a male adult.
Kindly let me know what to do about it?
Peter D (by SMS) this website have been helping!
It is not uncommon to experience a bout of itching after bathing. It may last a short period of time and we often do not give it much thought thereafter.
However, for some people itching after a shower or any other bath can persist for hours but then subsides. For others the itching may be due to some underlying diseases.
To prevent itching, you may need to take shorter baths with lukewarm to hot water. Avoid very long or very hot baths. Soaking in a bath tub occasionally may not be a problem but frequent soaks that are long could cause itching.
A quick shower may be a better option. Use mild soaps and shampoos. Baby soaps and shampoos are usually the safer option. Antibacterial soaps should be avoided.
Always ensure that the soap or shampoo is thoroughly rinsed off. Shower quickly after soaking in a bath tub with foam bath or soap. Scrub gently when bathing. . Dry the skin thoroughly after bathing.
Apart from wiping with a dry towel, also try to air dry the body for a short period before wearing clothes. Moisturize dry skin after bathing.
First ensure that the skin is thoroughly dried before applying a moisturizer. Always use non-scented (fragrance free) moisturizers with minimal additives for sensitive skin.
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