Patient's question:
My wife had a miscarriage three days ago. Today, she wants to wash her hair. I told you that after a miscarriage, she should rest like during postpartum recovery and avoid washing her hair. My wife said, "That's outdated superstition. Miscarriages aren't that serious, and you can wash your hair." Can you tell me if there are any aftereffects from washing hair after a miscarriage?Doctor's answer:
Three days after a miscarriage, you can wash your hair. Generally, there will be no aftereffects. After a miscarriage, it's important to rest and avoid excessive exercise. You can take some herbal medicines to replenish qi and nourish blood. Pay attention to your diet, drink more plain water, eat easily digestible foods, and avoid foods that are too stimulating. Do not eat cold, hard, or spicy foods. Eat small meals frequently, stay warm, wear more clothes, soak your feet in hot water every night, and clean your external genital area daily.