Question 1

i am suffering from dermatitis. at any time i feel very hot or very cold. some times skin becomes itchy. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Bathe and moisturize: For the itchy skin, i would soak in warm water, pat dry, and then moisturize, preferably with an ointment or cream, rather than a lotion. If you continue to itch, see your physician. For feeling hot or cold, i would see a health professional, as this should be further evaluated.

Question 2

why does my skin get itchy when i'm hot or working out?

Accepted Answer

Histamine: Some people will get a histamine like response with exercise.  It will often improve as the person becomes better conditioned.

Question 3

my head gets itchy whenever i eat spicy food or get out in the hot sun and also when i exercise.

Accepted Answer

Allergy : May be allergy related stay away from foods that causes it and try taking a non sedating  antihistamine before exercising or going out in the hot sun. Good Luck

Question 4

why does my skin get red and itchy when it's hot?. i don't have dry skin.

Accepted Answer

Hives : Some individuals have what is referred to as cholinergic urticaria --- hives brought on my heat. The increased temperature can cause a release of histamine , resulting in itching , redness and swellings (hives).

Question 5

green head fly bite area is getting larger over the last 2 hours and is red hot and itchy.  when should i be concerned and request treatment ?

Accepted Answer

Deer fly: That sounds like a deer fly bite -which can be painful. They can cause allergic reactions - and depending on your history of allergy you may need to be exceptionally  careful. If it's not getting better, then you need to get evaluated. Warning signs would be feeling lightheaded, breathing problems, the development of hives, nausea/vomiting, rapid heart rate etc. Try some ice and maybe Benadryl (diphenhydramine) now

Question 6

red, blotchy skin and very itchy.  starts appearing in the summer (but not every summer) and hot temperatures. is it something to be worried about?

Accepted Answer

Prickly Heat rash: This usually occurs from excessive sweating in the summer and blockage of the sweat glands.  If you exercise, try to do so in cooler environments.  Wear clothing that clothing that wicks away sweat. Avoid oils and lotions.  You can use calamine lotion or Hydrocortisone ointment/creams for the itchiness.

Question 7

recently i have been itchy all over, hot all over, my skin is a lot redder than usual and i've been tired all day i've been very stressed recently if that has anything to do with it?

Accepted Answer

: Stress has nothing to do with the described symptoms. If these persist, you need to see your primary doctor for a thorough exam.

Question 8

why does my boby feel hot , prickey and itchy from my toes to my head, i can't sleep its very uncomfortable?

Accepted Answer

Several things: Several things could cause this. You see to see a doctor to help sort them out as they are quite different and wide ranging possibilities.

Question 9

itchy skin on my back, sides of stom and back of neck. no bumps or redness unless i scratch then feels hot after..

Accepted Answer

Dermatographic: This may or may not be a chronic situation.  Try taking antihistamine to see if it helps.  Sometimes dry skin can also cause this type of reaction and thus applying a moisturizer &lt;3 minutes after bathing may help.  If problem persists, see derm or allergist.

Question 10

have rash's on my body that last for 20min before it appears skin feels itchy hot when scratched bumps appear like mosquito bites no skin conditions?

Accepted Answer

Dermatitis : Itchy rash allergic or eczematous ? Dry skin. Doubt infection. Keep skin lubricated

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I am suffering from dermatitis. at any time i feel very hot or very cold. some times skin becomes itchy. what should i do?

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Why does my skin get itchy when i'm hot or working out?

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My head gets itchy whenever i eat spicy food or get out in the hot sun and also when i exercise.

A member asked:

Why does my skin get red and itchy when it's hot?. i don't have dry skin.

A member asked:

Green head fly bite area is getting larger over the last 2 hours and is red hot and itchy. when should i be concerned and request treatment ?

A member asked:

Red, blotchy skin and very itchy. starts appearing in the summer (but not every summer) and hot temperatures. is it something to be worried about?

A member asked:

Recently i have been itchy all over, hot all over, my skin is a lot redder than usual and i've been tired all day i've been very stressed recently if that has anything to do with it?

A member asked:

Why does my boby feel hot , prickey and itchy from my toes to my head, i can't sleep its very uncomfortable?

A member asked:

Itchy skin on my back, sides of stom and back of neck. no bumps or redness unless i scratch then feels hot after..

A member asked:

Have rash's on my body that last for 20min before it appears skin feels itchy hot when scratched bumps appear like mosquito bites no skin conditions?

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