HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Suggest Treatment For Severe Itching On Forearms And Chest

default
Posted on Thu, 21 Jan 2016
Question: I have bouts of severe itching on my forearms and lately my chest. It feels like it's inside...no rash or anything.
doctor
Answered by Dr. VINAY KUMAR (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Possibly an allergic reaction

Detailed Answer:
Hello Dear Madam

Welcome to HCM!
I am Dr V XXXXXXX Sr Dermatologist.

I have gone through the description and it will be my best effort to solve the problem.

Here under I am listing few measures that you can take while I get your responses to my questions related to the rash:

1 In such a situation, one should avoid synthetic garments, deodorants, perfumes, harsh soaps, or anything that might aggravate the symptoms.

2 Please enlist the medicines that have been taken apart from the ones that were taken to deal with the current problem

3 Tab ZYRTEC 10mg 1 tab Once Daily at bedtime for 7 days , an antiallergic might be taken for control of symptoms.

The following information will help in better understanding of the problem from long term perspective:

---Has such a problem occurred for the first time
---Did it follow some activity or any food or any change in your routine
---Since you've already mentioned its severe so how long does it last?
---How frequent it is and what time of day/night does it become more intense
---Any other family member having similar complaints
---Response to medicines taken so far

I am expecting your reply and will revert to you on priority.
Best wishes.
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. VINAY KUMAR

Dermatologist

Practicing since :1980

Answered : 480 Questions

premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
Suggest Treatment For Severe Itching On Forearms And Chest

Brief Answer: Possibly an allergic reaction Detailed Answer: Hello Dear Madam Welcome to HCM! I am Dr V XXXXXXX Sr Dermatologist. I have gone through the description and it will be my best effort to solve the problem. Here under I am listing few measures that you can take while I get your responses to my questions related to the rash: 1 In such a situation, one should avoid synthetic garments, deodorants, perfumes, harsh soaps, or anything that might aggravate the symptoms. 2 Please enlist the medicines that have been taken apart from the ones that were taken to deal with the current problem 3 Tab ZYRTEC 10mg 1 tab Once Daily at bedtime for 7 days , an antiallergic might be taken for control of symptoms. The following information will help in better understanding of the problem from long term perspective: ---Has such a problem occurred for the first time ---Did it follow some activity or any food or any change in your routine ---Since you've already mentioned its severe so how long does it last? ---How frequent it is and what time of day/night does it become more intense ---Any other family member having similar complaints ---Response to medicines taken so far I am expecting your reply and will revert to you on priority. Best wishes.