Itchy back after moxibustion may be a normal reaction, or caused by skin allergies or burns and other factors.
Normal reaction: moxibustion process of moxa heat will consume some of the local fluid, so that the local skin becomes warm and dry, there may be a little itchy feeling, belongs to the normal reaction after the operation.
Skin allergy: some people will have allergic reaction to the smoke produced by moxa when using moxibustion, and edema and pimples appear on the skin. Some people also sometimes see the wind and itchy and burning sensation. Antihistamines can be used under medical supervision.
Scald factor: improper operation of moxibustion may cause skin burns, and then stimulate the patient’s local skin capillaries, so that the patient appears itchy skin and accompanied by local skin redness and pain. You can use some ointment under the guidance of the doctor to improve the itching symptoms.
In conclusion, there are many reasons for itching after moxibustion, if you have itchy skin, it is recommended to go to the hospital in time and under the guidance of the doctor’s treatment.