Postpartum scalp itch
TW: PPA, Lice
Hello!
In a week I will be 2 months postpartum. The last few days I have started getting an itchy scalp and it started with a 1.5/2-inch red mark where I usually lose hair postpartum (honestly looked like I burned my scalp with a straightener) I looked these symptoms up online, and it could be many things, including hormonal changes.
With my last baby, I spiraled into postpartum anxiety, convinced I had a bug infestation in my house. I threw away many belongings, and bagged up nearly every item in my house…plus spent just over a thousand dollars on Amazon centering around DIY bug repellent, and called multiple pest control companies to check my house. (They all found nothing but I didn’t believe them)
Anyways, I’m convinced I have lice and I’m terrified as it makes me feel super anxious and upset to bring this into my home. I will have a lice comb delivered to my house tomorrow to properly check myself, but looking to see if anyone else has experienced an itchy scalp or similar symptoms.
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