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Ive been experiencing itchy heels only at night when i go to bed. it happens within half an hour of getting into bed. the only thing that takes it away is to douse the area in gold bond extra strength foot powder. the itchiness doesnt happen at any other

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

When things get: quiet at night we are less distracted. Thus we can focus on physical and emotional symptoms that we don't focus on during the busy day. Please see your doc to rule out fungal infection on feet. Peace and good health. Avoid alcohol-containing lotions.

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Answered 5/30/2016

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A member asked:

Ive been experiencing itchy heels only at night when i go to bed. it happens within half an hour of getting into bed. the only thing that takes it away is to douse the area in gold bond extra strength foot powder. the itchiness doesnt happen at any other

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Dr Altman and 3 doctors agreed

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