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Why do i feel extremely itchy after i get out of the shower , when i sweat or from just being hot , it last for about 1-3 min , and just started?

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Dr. Andrew Lipton answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

Itching: heat to the skin surface from exercise or showering will sometimes cause itching. a Cool rinse should take care of it

Dr Amico Jr agreed

Answered 1/27/2015

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