Question 1

my brother has suffered from very severe itching all over his body for about 8 years now. he itches right after bathing or when he sweats. ?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: There are various possible causes. You need a dr with special knowledge to get it right.

Question 2

i woke up two mornings ago with a very itchy back that soon spread to my entire body. severe itching and sensitive skin. i feel completely healthy.

Accepted Answer

Medication?: The top two reasons that come to mind would be a medication reaction, if you are taking medication, vs. Possibly a contact dermatitis; have you recently changed laundry soap or softener?

Question 3

i have severe itching in specific areas; left calf, lower back neck, left thigh & above left armpit. negative bloodwork and inconclusive biopsies help?

Accepted Answer

Itching: If you have not seen a Dermatologist about this you must do so as soon as possible.
If you have seen the Dermatologist but are not comfortable, ask your family or friends to find a different Dermatologist for you.
Please let me know what develops. I am confident that this will be taken care of by a Dermatologist.

Question 4

i have severe itching on my inner thighs and neck with white patches. the itching is so bad that i can't sleep at night. what is this?

Accepted Answer

Not clear: Without getting a look at the rash, it is tough to say for sure. Can get over to your primary care doc for a look, but in the meantime can try over the counter Hydrocortisone (anti itch) cream and use a moisturizing lotion after you shore to keep your skin from being too dry. Take care.

Question 5

inside of my nose is peeling, raw and very itchy. back of throat itches as well. could this be from allergies?

Accepted Answer

Very likely: Allergies can directly affect the nose and throat with itching and burning.  Nasal drainage can also aggravate throat symptoms.  Try otc like allegra, claritin, zyrtec, benadryl (diphenhydramine).

Question 6

i am allergic to sulphur  a student doctor gave me it after i told her i was allergic  now i have swelling of my face and throat and severe  itching?

Accepted Answer

Go to ED: If your throat and face are swelling you should go immediately to the ed.

Question 7

what can i use for severe itching of the anus. its itches and i can my help scratching it sometimes.

Accepted Answer

Hydrocortisone cream: Hydrocortisone cream 1%. See your primary care doctor to identify the underline cause.

Question 8

redness and crusting on the back of my hands and legs. they have some small bubbles and often get severe itching. any treatment for this?

Accepted Answer

See below.: It might be a skin disease such a psoriasis .
You will benefit to be seen by dermatologist.

Question 9

i have small itchy bumps on back of neck at the hair line and then it appeared around ankles and bend of knees itches bad what caused it what can i do ?

Accepted Answer

Dermatologist: I would recommend evaluation by a dermatologist.  Skin lesions are hard to diagnose without visualization.

Question 10

what can cause severe itching in the groin area?

Accepted Answer

A common cause: is a fungal infection.

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My brother has suffered from very severe itching all over his body for about 8 years now. he itches right after bathing or when he sweats. ?

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I woke up two mornings ago with a very itchy back that soon spread to my entire body. severe itching and sensitive skin. i feel completely healthy.

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I have severe itching in specific areas; left calf, lower back neck, left thigh & above left armpit. negative bloodwork and inconclusive biopsies help?

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I have severe itching on my inner thighs and neck with white patches. the itching is so bad that i can't sleep at night. what is this?

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Inside of my nose is peeling, raw and very itchy. back of throat itches as well. could this be from allergies?

A member asked:

I am allergic to sulphur a student doctor gave me it after i told her i was allergic now i have swelling of my face and throat and severe itching?

A member asked:

What can i use for severe itching of the anus. its itches and i can my help scratching it sometimes.

A member asked:

Redness and crusting on the back of my hands and legs. they have some small bubbles and often get severe itching. any treatment for this?

A member asked:

I have small itchy bumps on back of neck at the hair line and then it appeared around ankles and bend of knees itches bad what caused it what can i do ?

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What can cause severe itching in the groin area?

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