2023-10-28 09:00:34
Title: Fact Check: Washing Hair Before Shower Does Not Cause Stroke, Says Ministry of Public Health
Subtitle: False Information Circulates Online, Expands into Myth
Date: [Current date]
In a recent warning message that has been widely shared on social media platforms, users were cautioned against washing their hair before taking a shower, claiming that it can lead to the rupture of blood vessels and ultimately cause a stroke. However, the Anti-Fake News Center has conducted a fact-checking investigation in collaboration with the Neurology Institute, Department of Medical Services under the Ministry of Public Health, revealing that this information is entirely false.
The Institute of Neurology, Department of Medical Services, Ministry of Public Health has stepped in to clarify the matter. They explained that while there are indeed two types of stroke – cerebral ischemia and cerebral hemorrhage – high blood pressure, diabetes, high blood fat, and smoking are significant risk factors for these conditions. Washing hair before taking a shower has no direct connection to stroke.
Cerebrovascular diseases occurring in bathrooms primarily result from straining during defecation or when standing to urinate rather than during bathing. These circumstances often lead to cerebral hemorrhage due to the increase in intracranial pressure, causing fragile blood vessels to rupture.
Furthermore, standing to urinate can cause a decrease in blood pressure and heartbeat, potentially resulting in dizziness, loss of consciousness, and ischemic stroke due to low blood pressure. Long periods of soaking in warm water, such as in onsen, followed by sudden changes in posture can also lead to dizziness, loss of consciousness, and ischemic stroke due to dilated blood vessels. However, there is no concrete evidence suggesting that taking a cold shower increases the risk of stroke.
As a result, it is essential for people not to be misled and to refrain from spreading or sharing such misleading information on social media. The public is advised to obtain accurate information exclusively from the Neurology Institute, Department of Medical Services, Ministry of Public Health. The institute’s website, www.pni.go.th, serves as a reliable source, and individuals can also call 02 3069899 for further inquiries.
In conclusion, the claims circulating regarding the detrimental effects of washing hair before bathing leading to stroke have been debunked by the Ministry of Public Health. Cerebrovascular diseases occurring in bathrooms are primarily linked to straining during defecation or standing to urinate, rather than while taking a shower.]
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