Question 1

swelling and itching in feet and hands during night 
it was very itchy 
it happened the last night and now it happened again when i slept in afternoon 
thank you?

Accepted Answer

Allergic reaction: It is possible that you are allergic to something that is manifested later on as swelling and severe itching! Take 50 Mg of Benadryl every 6 hours . I would suggest consulting with your PCP and possibly refer you to allergist for further evaluation and treatment . To the emergency room if you have respiratory issues !

Question 2

frequent, extreme swelling &itching in feet and hands, angioadema on lip, i was sent to get blood work drawn. what could this be symptomatic 
of?

Accepted Answer

Could represent: and Allergy - either environmental ?medication/food? or an autoimmune condition. Unless it is absolutely obvious - a work up is appropriate.

Question 3

what is the remedy for the dry skin itching on hands, feet  and legs?

Accepted Answer

Moistureizer: A skin moisturizer is very effective to relieve dry skin on hands, feet and legs. Try to get one that is fragrant free and uses coconut oil or lanolin so as to avoid harsh chemicals.

Question 4

i am suffering for nearly 10 mths now with itching all over except feet and hands doctors still can't tell me what it is can you help.

Accepted Answer

See allergist/derm: It is time for you to consult an allergist or dermatologist to find out the cause.  Even if the cause is not found, there are many effective treatments for itching.  Antihistamines usually don't work well unless it makes you sleepy.

Question 5

skin rash, allergic reaction i have been experiencing a skin irritation/rash since january 6th. it started as an intense itching on both feet and both hands but nothing outward.  i took benadryl for a few days and then went to a dermatologist who could se

Accepted Answer

Would : Would start with a good internist who could look for  causes of the itching. The next step would be to see an allergist while you have the the "hives" who could then better look for a cause.

Question 6

i have these bumps that itch on my feet and hands (in between toes and fingers/on the palms of my hands and feet) so i thought i had athletes foot but now i have a few itchy bumps on the outside of my labia majora.how could i self treat?and what isit?

Accepted Answer

Itchy bumps: A possibility is hand, foot and mouth disease which is a viral infection more commonly seen in children, but adults can get a mild version. It resolves on its own. Another possibility is dyshydrotic eczema. This form of eczema is very itchy.  A dermatologist can evaluate and advise you.

Question 7

what can cause unbearable itching on hands and feet?

Accepted Answer

Itching: Dry skin is a common reason for itching along with other possibilities like fungal infections, parasitic infections, allergic reactions etc. Please see a physician to have a better evaluation and appropriate treatment.

Question 8

what could cause nightly itching on hands and feet, like from the inside out, under the skin?

Accepted Answer

Itchy hands and feet: Itching of the hands and feet is usually accompanied by a rash, often with very small blisters.  The skin problem is called dyshidrosis and is easily treated with topical cortisone-like medications.

Question 9

for 3 days now, having itching feet,hands,other parts of my body, living small red bump as if bitten by mosquito.more in morning after shower.problem?

Accepted Answer

Pruritis: "Pruritis" or itching has many causes, the first being dry skin - be sure you are hydrated and your skin is not dry.  Increased itching in the hands/feet especially after a shower may indicate a problem with your liver or hematologic system.

Question 10

i have unbearable itching on hands and feet tooken benadryl (diphenhydramine) and isnt helping i'm also 26 wks pregnant can't seem to calm the itching in no way ?

Accepted Answer

Pregnancy?: Pregnancy itself can cause a skin rash presumably related to hormone changes. Talk to your doctor or consult a dermatologist.

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Swelling and itching in feet and hands during night it was very itchy it happened the last night and now it happened again when i slept in afternoon thank you?

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Frequent, extreme swelling &itching in feet and hands, angioadema on lip, i was sent to get blood work drawn. what could this be symptomatic of?

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What is the remedy for the dry skin itching on hands, feet and legs?

A member asked:

I am suffering for nearly 10 mths now with itching all over except feet and hands doctors still can't tell me what it is can you help.

A member asked:

Skin rash, allergic reaction i have been experiencing a skin irritation/rash since january 6th. it started as an intense itching on both feet and both hands but nothing outward. i took benadryl for a few days and then went to a dermatologist who could se

A member asked:

I have these bumps that itch on my feet and hands (in between toes and fingers/on the palms of my hands and feet) so i thought i had athletes foot but now i have a few itchy bumps on the outside of my labia majora.how could i self treat?and what isit?

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What can cause unbearable itching on hands and feet?

A member asked:

What could cause nightly itching on hands and feet, like from the inside out, under the skin?

A member asked:

For 3 days now, having itching feet,hands,other parts of my body, living small red bump as if bitten by mosquito.more in morning after shower.problem?

A member asked:

I have unbearable itching on hands and feet tooken benadryl (diphenhydramine) and isnt helping i'm also 26 wks pregnant can't seem to calm the itching in no way ?

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