Itchy skin constantly!

[sweetlee]

I have no idea what on earth to do! About a year and a half ago my skin just started itching, it would for instance start on my legs, and if i start scratching, later on my whole body would itch, I would drink 1 allergex and it would go away for a week, and it would start all over again. Nothing in my lifestyle changed at that stage, and since then i've made hundreds of changes, new soap, new cream, new washing powder, new clothes, new everything! it does not go away!! Now i'm pregnant, and don't know if i can still use allergex, so im just itching away the whole time...

Any advice?

[CHANDLERS WISH]

Firstly, CONGRATULATIONS that's fantastic.

Well, secondly, you are oliminating that's good what is the contents of what you are oliminating? Do you know what's in that soap etc?

Thirdly, a Dermatoligist may be in order.

CW

[raygina38]

I have been experincing the same symptoms lately and it is driving me crazy! I would suggest that you see a Dr. It may be bugs under the skin or scabies. I am going to the emergency room tonight and try and get some help!

[Isabellacat]

I've been having the same problem for a longtime too. I try taking anti-histamines but all they do is knock me out and once I'm awake I'm itchy all over again

[dolphinlefty]

I have the same problem! It started about 5 months ago when I was visiting my very dry home in Northern AZ. I thought it was just climate change and dry skin. But I came back to FL with serious humidity and my legs and arms still itch a lot. I've gotten a lot better at ignoring the itch so it's not AS bad but it still itches very often! Particularly on my upper legs and upper arms. And often on my hips as well. It's so frustrating. I keep trying to lather my skin in lotion cause it relieves it a little bit. I recently purchased Noxzema and it helps about as much as lotion. Is there any way to make it go away for good though? It makes me so irritable to the point where I don't like my boyfriend touching me cause he's too warm and it causes me to itch more. Please help?

[kim1985]

It could be an overgrowth of yeast in your body if there is no rash. yeast isnt just in your vagina its throughout your whole body. if there is a rash it could be eczema

[Hotchick]

5 ways to protect your skin:


1. Use sun blocks lotion on sunny days. 15 SPF is usually strong enough, but if you are outdoors for a long time, you need more protection.

2. Although a long, hot bath or shower can feel very comfortable when you are indoors from the cold. However that hot water will cause dry skin just as easily in the winter as the summer. It's also best to use as little soap as possible to avoid washing off protective natural oils.

3. As soon as you get out of the shower, pat dry (rubbing chafes the skin and the towel absorbs too much of the skin's natural oil) and apply a shielding lotion immediately. It can keep the moisture locked in and protect yourself from both the dryness indoors and the harsh elements outdoors. Don't forget about your hands and face.

4. If you're going to be out in the cold for a long time, or you're involved in outdoor sports, you need to prevent overheating and becoming too cold or wet - all of which will cause dry skin. The best way to accomplish all three is to dress in layers of clothes. Silk is best next to our skin. It is good insulation, is soft, lightweight, and allows the skin to breath. It also dries quickly so your skin doesn't chafe from being continually wet. Avoid cotton, it retains moisture.

5. Use a humidifier if possible. Integrating it into your central heating system is best, but if you have one that's portable, using in the bedroom at night is most effective for preventing dry skin.

[WildChild]

Drink plenty of water, take your omega 3s and vit E.
Try hydro therapy to relieve the itch; get in the shower and alternate hot as you can stand it (don't scald yourself) with cold, do at least 10 temp changes.
It will help calm over stimulated nerves.

[Janster]

It could be many things...

How's the humidity levels in your house? Dry climate inside your house won't help things.

What about laundry detergent? Has there been any changes with that? Different detergent, different fabric softener, or whatever.

Is it based on the clothes you wear? Are you itchy underneath clothing? Wondering if type of fabric is to blame - allergy?

Just guessing....aside from what was already mentioned.

[Hotchick]

thanks so much jan and wildchild.good info.