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What Could Be The Cause For Itching And Prickly Feeling All Over My Body?
I am tingly all over like a bug bite but now itchy. It will start with a feeling like a light pin prick and then moves to other places so much of my body ends up feeling this way and it hurts. I was out of my house for 12 hours today. I came home and still felt ok until I changed into a (clean) robe and slippers. I have been cleaning and vacuuming every day in case its dust mites but I don t think so.
Tue, 11 Jun 2019
Hi Dear,
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itching and prickly feeling all over my body which is known as dermatographic urticaria which could be due to increased skin sensitivity and compromised immunity of body. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to:-
- Apply cold compresses to the affected area .
- Avoid sun exposure.
- Apply broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 15 even if you are not under sun exposure.
- Drink plenty of water .
- Take over the counter anti allergic drug like benadryl or zyrtec .
If symptoms doesn't get better in 3-4 days consult dermatologist for proper examination and treatment . Doctor may prescribe steroids or hydroxychloroquine.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itching and prickly feeling all over my body which is known as dermatographic urticaria which could be due to increased skin sensitivity and compromised immunity of body. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to:-
- Apply cold compresses to the affected area .
- Avoid sun exposure.
- Apply broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 15 even if you are not under sun exposure.
- Drink plenty of water .
- Take over the counter anti allergic drug like benadryl or zyrtec .
If symptoms doesn't get better in 3-4 days consult dermatologist for proper examination and treatment . Doctor may prescribe steroids or hydroxychloroquine.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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