Question 1

edema in just thighs, breaking out, severe itching and small white whelps. any clue to what may be causing it? i am allergic to sulfa products but i havent been exposed to my knowledge.

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Allergies: this is an allergic response. are you on other medications for example thiazide diuretics have sulfa in them. very set of things can cause allergies anywhere food dyes viral exanthems or other contact with the environment

Question 2

i have severe  itching and welts, what is wrong?

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It sounds like an: allergic reaction - but to what?

Question 3

i have severe itching accompanied by bumps, welts, and rashes - scabies or something else?

Accepted Answer

Could be scabies: You are describing either scabies or eczema (allergy). If you are also itching in hands and feet it is very likely that it is scabies. In that case all medications are prescription based so you need to see a dr. If not you may try otc Hydrocortisone cream + oral benadryl (diphenhydramine).

Question 4

severe itching on arms and legs for past week, on absorica final month, derm gave some flcuconicmide, scratching causes small white welts, hives maybe?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamine: Looks like you have dermatographism meaning that your skin has become over sensitive.   Try taking antihistamine up to 4 doses a day if necessary. If the problem persists, see an allergist.

Question 5

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 6

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

Question 7

what's happening chemically in the body when you break out in hives and severe itching/stinging from heat? cholinergic urticaria. how is this happen?

Accepted Answer

Vasoactive Amines: Your body is more reactive to the heat and releases chemicals that cause urticaria. This answer in part depends on the rest of your health. Your body releases these chemicals known as vasoactive amines that cause the swelling and itching that you see with your urticaria

Question 8

how to stop persistent, severe itching? gold powder

Accepted Answer

Cause?: It will depend on cause - allergy, drug reaction, infection. Cold compresses and Hydrocortisone will give you temporary relief. If it persists see md to evaluate and treat for possible infection or allergy.

Question 9

doc i hav ige levels over 1500 after i stop the medicine i take then severe itching starts plz tell a medicine to stop it completely?

Accepted Answer

Not enough info: IgE level of 1500 is high, but this usually occurs as a marker of some other disease process and not the causative feature. Please rephrase question and let us know what type of work-up/testing is completed (for example, studies to rule out parasite infection). May be better as Virtual Consult. Will mention: uncontrolled eczema can rebound with severe itching after prednisone and can raise IgE.

Question 10

i had comartment syndrome surgery over 18 months ago and have had severe itching on my legs since, what can be done to rectify?

Accepted Answer

Get evaluated: This may be an infection of the skin, an allergic reaction or a nerve problem caused by the surgery.  Without further information it is hard to determine.  Se the orthopedist who operated on you for diagnosis and treatment.

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Edema in just thighs, breaking out, severe itching and small white whelps. any clue to what may be causing it? i am allergic to sulfa products but i havent been exposed to my knowledge.

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I have severe itching and welts, what is wrong?

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I have severe itching accompanied by bumps, welts, and rashes - scabies or something else?

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Severe itching on arms and legs for past week, on absorica final month, derm gave some flcuconicmide, scratching causes small white welts, hives maybe?

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:

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. ?

A member asked:

What's happening chemically in the body when you break out in hives and severe itching/stinging from heat? cholinergic urticaria. how is this happen?

A member asked:

How to stop persistent, severe itching? gold powder

A member asked:

Doc i hav ige levels over 1500 after i stop the medicine i take then severe itching starts plz tell a medicine to stop it completely?

A member asked:

I had comartment syndrome surgery over 18 months ago and have had severe itching on my legs since, what can be done to rectify?

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