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Suggest Remedies For Severe Itching On The Arms, Legs And Scalp
For the last 2-3 weeks I have at different times of the day just start itching all over. My arms, my legs, my back, even my scalp. I don t know what could be causing this to happen. I relieve it by taking OTC Benedryl, but I have to take like 4-5 tabs at a time for it to work and I know this is to much. My question is, is there something else that I can take to relieve this problem. Or do I need to go see some type of specialist.
Wed, 16 Mar 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have severe itching on the arms, legs and scalp . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like allergic reaction , tinea versicolor , rosacea , siede effect of certain medcine , impetigo and hormonal changes. Need not to worry much. you should avoid exposure to sunlight. I would suggest you to avoid any kind of cosmetic product , apply only petroleum jelly and take benadryl twice a day . You should consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order allergy test, skin patch test and blood test to confirm the diagnosis. Doctor may order anti bacterial , corticosteroid ointment and anti fungal . Apply cold compresses to reduce redness and itchiness .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have severe itching on the arms, legs and scalp . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like allergic reaction , tinea versicolor , rosacea , siede effect of certain medcine , impetigo and hormonal changes. Need not to worry much. you should avoid exposure to sunlight. I would suggest you to avoid any kind of cosmetic product , apply only petroleum jelly and take benadryl twice a day . You should consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order allergy test, skin patch test and blood test to confirm the diagnosis. Doctor may order anti bacterial , corticosteroid ointment and anti fungal . Apply cold compresses to reduce redness and itchiness .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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