A 38-year-old member asked:
my scalp is dry and itchy/flakey. treatments/remedies?
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Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 25 years experience
For dry, itchy scalp: Aloe Vera - shampoo & rinse scalp/ hair. Break off aloe vera leaves & apply about 1 TBSP o f the gel onto scalp. Rinse after 5 minutes. Sesame Oil - Apply warmed sesame oil to scalp & massage for 5 to 10 minutes. Rinse.
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A 28-year-old member asked:
Will an ice pack relieve my itchiness better than a cold compress?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Sheila Goodmananswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
No: The 2 are equivalent. Either one is fine. If it isn't working, Hydrocortisone cream on the itchy area or antihistamine pills (like benadryl) may help.
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Why does my bottom itch at night?
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Dr. Christopher Quinnanswered
Emergency Medicine 17 years experience
Worms?: You may have pinworms and should be checked by your healthcare provider to be sure. The worms come out when it's dark to feed.
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A 22-year-old member asked:
Is it common to have an itchy bellybutton? If so, what can I do to make it better?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Megan Birdanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 19 years experience
Yes: It is common, especially as the skin over the belly button stretches. You can take Benadryl (diphenhydramine) or use Hydrocortisone cream on it to ease the itch if would like.
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A 36-year-old member asked:
How are hives treated if itchy?
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Dr. Jeffrey Roschanswered
Allergy and Immunology 49 years experience
Itchy hives: The itching associated with hives is usually responsive to at least some extent to oral antihistamines, but often require higher than standard doses.
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A member asked:
What does it mean if you have itchy bumps on the upper inner thighs?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Robert Jacksonanswered
Dermatology 43 years experience
Dermatitis: You probably have some type of dermatitis. You should see your dermatologist for treatment and evaluation.
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