Arm iching

[Poweron]

I am one of the many people that has wrote there problem on here. I have been to a Dermatologist, and he has tryed me on several creams. Nothing has helped me either. He now has me going to a PUVA Doctor. I have had made many trips to the PUVA Doctor and it don't seem to have helped. And tonight I wake up at 3:00 AM like a lot of people I see on here Scratching away. Wow, we can send people to the moon, but can't find a Dr. that can give up relief on this crazy scratching.


This discussion is related to Sever arm itching.

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

Tell us more about this condition and we may be able to help you...

How long have you had this itsching?

Is it jus located at one place or at multiple sites?

Has scabies, allergies, fungal infections been ruled out by a doctors exam or tests?

Do you think you may have dry skin?

Do you have any other problems/disorders like poor sleep or stress?

You may try some ani-histamines if that has not been tried earlier.

You may also try to use some emollients and moisturizers to help you.

You may feel frustrated presently because the medical care has not arrived at a complete cure yet, but doctors try to relieve your troubles and it may take some time to give an optimum benefit.

Best regards. let me know if you have any concerns

[Poweron]

I have had the itsching about 2 months now. At first if was on Right Arm, but now I am getting some of the same thing on my Left arm. I haven't had dry skin in the past and I am a 66 year old white male. Very low stress, retired, sleep very good. I have tried 1/2 of a Benadryl that seem to ease the scratcing but comes back after a nights sleep. And now I have some dry like patches on the inside of my legs. A little scratchie, also, but not as bad as my arms are.
Thanks,
Poweron

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

This appears to be either a localized fungal infection which is spreading or an instant of dry skin.

Tinea corporis is the name given to fungal infection on the skin. In its native form this appears as ring like lesions with bumps in a circle and clearing in the center. This may be easily identified and treated using anti-fungals.

Dry skin may result from decreased oil discharges due to old age or due to change in use of some cosmetics which may cause the skin properties to change.

The treatment for both of these is different and at least in the case of fungal infection should be done by a doctor only. However, since the diagnosis is not certain as of now, it is best that you approach your dermatologist and take proper treatment.

You may use emollients and moisturizers coupled with anti-allergics to help you.

best regards

[Flower58]

I have had this itch for many years and have seen my dermatologist for treatment.  My condition was diagnosed as Notalgia. .It has no known origin or causes although it has been found to be related to the sun, heat, stress and hormones. He has treated me with two creams containing steroids that give some relief although it still returns.   The itch starts with a prickle under the skin in both upper arms. I also seem to have bumps under the skin. It begins usually when I'm beginning to rest and during sleep.  Wearing wool or cashmere aggravates it. The only true relief is to numb it with ice packs!!  The itch is so bad sometimes that I bleed and get red scabs.  I am glad that I am not alone in this but would welcome any input from those who suffer from this as well!

[jjb72]

I'm almost in tears reading these posts. I am a 37 year old healthy male who has had excessive itching on my left arm for two years now. Every description in this post matches mine. From the pickling sensation to ice packs being the only relief. Ignoring it is not an option; and I'd take pain over this itch any day of the week. I've been prescribed medicated lotions, Xynol, and allergy meds. The Xynol seemed to work at first, but that quit after a while. I have itched until I've bled. The best is when people tell me it's in my head. Hell maybe it is...