Can i take head bath during cold and fever?
My family always told me not to take a head bath when I have a cold and fever. I'm feeling very sticky and uncomfortable, so I wanted to ask if it's actually bad for you, or just a myth.
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4 months ago
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I used to make the mistake of washing my hair during a bad fever and it always made my shivering worse. It is much better to just do a warm sponge bath and wait until your body temperature is completely back to normal.
4 months ago
Honestly, skipping a hair wash for two days won't kill you, but catching a chill after a head bath definitely makes recovery longer. Save your time and energy, stick to a quick warm body wash instead.
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4 months ago
Beta, please don't wash your hair when you have a fever. Wet hair keeps the head cold for a long time and can increase your congestion. Just rest, keep warm, and wash it once the fever goes away.
4 months ago
Medically, wet hair can cause your body temperature to drop rapidly, which might worsen shivering when you already have a fever. It is best to avoid a head bath until you recover, or ask your doctor if you really must.
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4 months ago
Don't worry about dirty hair right now, your body needs to rest and fight the virus. Taking a head bath can make you feel colder and trigger a headache, so please just stick to a warm sponge bath for a couple of days.