The Steps To Take For Extremely Scratchy Stretch Marks

The Steps To Take For Extremely Scratchy Stretch Marks

Stretch marks that get very scratchy, aren't only something you want to itch, they are something you have to itch. This is because the scratching is something that does bring relief for them, at the end of the day, and sometimes before the end of the day. Stretch marks that are this itchy are usually in need of something very badly. This means that they need some form of attention right away, if only to stop the scratching, which will only make them more irritated from scratching them too much.

Does soaking in a bath tub with oatmeal help the itching?

There are lots of awesome treatments for extreme itching where stretch marks are concerned. However, one of the very best of them, is without a doubt taking a bath with some colloidal oatmeal such as Aveeno is. An oatmeal bath is very soothing, and it also takes the sting out of the itch, which does happen from doing far too much scratching where stretch marks are the focus. Taking an oatmeal bath can help to soften and moisten the stretch mark scars very amply too. So, with this said, it is indeed an awesome form of treatment for the itching that does sometimes accompany stretch marks.

What are some other remedies for stretch mark itching?

There are lots of very good treatments to help relieve the itch that does go along with some stretch marks. However, one of the most important of all treatments is very simple, you should cut your fingernails down and this will prevent them from being sharp if you do scratch your stretch mark due to itching. Cutting your fingernails means you won't be scratching to infection either, which is also a very smart thing, especially if you do happen to be expecting a baby.

Should you chop off your natural fingernails to stop scratching?

The answer to this question is a definite yes, because fingernails that aren't sharp, are fingernails that will not cause any irritation or possible chances of infection to existing stretch marks on one's person. Therefore, if you do have to scratch your stretch marks, you will be doing it safely with fingernails that cannot cause any further damage to the skin that has already been damaged previously. So, with this said, it is better to be safe than sorry later on. Do chop off your fingernails if you love to scratch your stretch mark, a whole lot.

Is it possible to scratch your way to infection with a stretch mark at all?

It's not possible to scratch yourself to an infection with stretch marks, as they are existing scars already, but you can encourage new tears in your skin. This, in turn, can bring on more stretch marks, which will be new. These new stretch marks can be something, which can be caused from excessive scratching, due to the presence of an itch that just won't go way. So, do think before you scratch, as it could bring on more new stretch marks from tearing your skin up.

Is this itching something that only plagues pregnant women with stretch marks or what?

This itching that pregnant women get with stretch marks is something that is associated with pregnancy. It is a condition that is called pupps and it can be very annoying for pregnant women to have to experience personally. This is because it always seems like their skin is itching constantly and it is on the stretch marks themselves. It is very rare that it is on other parts of their body. Skin is subject to get extra dry during pregnancy, that is why, it is highly advised to keep it as moisturized as is possible.

There are lots of stretch mark treatments to take care of extremely scratchy stretch marks. Do use one of them to control the itching that is making you want to scratch your stretch marks. It is not advised to just sit there and scratch them in response. This action will only lead to more irritation to your stretch marks and the desire to scratch them even more. Silence the itch right away.

Posted by Melanie Mendoza on Thursday February 27 2014, 4:25 AM EST. All trademarks acknowledged. Filed under Health. Comments and Trackbacks closed. Follow responses: RSS 2.0