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ITCHY PALM PLEASE HELP!!!
I've been having an itchy palm since the middle of August! Nothing seems to work! I'm going crazy and so scared that it can be something else. Has anyone ever experienced this??? It seems as though theres a tiny bump under the skin, can this cause the itching?? All my doctors are stumped at this point!! PLEASE HELP!
my mom and little bro have the same illness. Basically what happens- is when your under a certain amount of crazy duress- you "break out" . It has to do with great stress and anxiety. Rub bumps with icy butter and try to keep your head level. I suggest mint magic tea and some good music. Don't over think it- and for gods sake- do not buy any prescription drugs.
Itchy palms start each morning upon waking. It starts with a hint of an itch deep under my skin; no blisters or redness. And when I scratch it, the itch explores all over my hands, up my fingers, the back of my hands. The itch is so bad that I am soon biting my hands like a dog bites an itch. I scratch and bite with my teeth as the itch escalates more and more. I have heated a plate of water in the microwave and stuck my hand in it. Eventually, it stops enough where I can regain composure.
The rest of the day is ok; but it all starts over again the next morning. Eventually, my hands become swollen, stiff, cracked, bleeding, rough and broken skin. This has been going on for years. At first only in winter, now all year around.
Recently, the only thing I have found that helps is the essential oil frankincense. It helps a great deal; but seems to dry my hands out after using it for two or three days. Which may be a clue? I hope to keep using it and see it things improve. I use YoungLiving oil but it is very expensive, but I will pay it for the relief.
I hope this helps. God bless you.
The rest of the day is ok; but it all starts over again the next morning. Eventually, my hands become swollen, stiff, cracked, bleeding, rough and broken skin. This has been going on for years. At first only in winter, now all year around.
Recently, the only thing I have found that helps is the essential oil frankincense. It helps a great deal; but seems to dry my hands out after using it for two or three days. Which may be a clue? I hope to keep using it and see it things improve. I use YoungLiving oil but it is very expensive, but I will pay it for the relief.
I hope this helps. God bless you.
Itchy palms start each morning upon waking. It starts with a hint of an itch deep under my skin; no blisters or redness. And when I scratch it, the itch explores all over my hands, up my fingers, the back of my hands. The itch is so bad that I am soon biting my hands like a dog bites an itch. I scratch and bite with my teeth as the itch escalates more and more. I have heated a plate of water in the microwave and stuck my hand in it. Eventually, it stops enough where I can regain composure.
The rest of the day is ok; but it all starts over again the next morning. Eventually, my hands become swollen, stiff, cracked, bleeding, rough and broken skin. This has been going on for years. At first only in winter, now all year around.
Recently, the only thing I have found that helps is the essential oil frankincense. It helps a great deal; but seems to dry my hands out after using it for two or three days. Which may be a clue? I hope to keep using it and see it things improve. I use YoungLiving oil but it is very expensive, but I will pay it for the relief.
I hope this helps. God bless you.
The rest of the day is ok; but it all starts over again the next morning. Eventually, my hands become swollen, stiff, cracked, bleeding, rough and broken skin. This has been going on for years. At first only in winter, now all year around.
Recently, the only thing I have found that helps is the essential oil frankincense. It helps a great deal; but seems to dry my hands out after using it for two or three days. Which may be a clue? I hope to keep using it and see it things improve. I use YoungLiving oil but it is very expensive, but I will pay it for the relief.
I hope this helps. God bless you.
I found relief for itchy red, raw and palms.This has been a difficult problem to treat. Taking advise from an older lady was the first step. I soak my hands once or twice daily in very hot water and Epson Salts...(oh what a relief it is) then I use a ointment called NEOSPORIN ECZEMA ESSENTIALS( I must have up to thirty other ointments that did nothing to help itching and healing). Use the cream up to five or six times a day.(keep your hands moisturized with cream to help healing. I have noticed redness is going away, and the cream does stop the itching....I so hope my comments will help someone.
I FOUND OUT THIS DISEASE!! HERE IS THE ARTICLE< IM COPY AND PASTING BELOW!! HOPE EVERYBODY READS IT!!
What is EM?
Erythromelalgia is a rare and frequently devastating disorder that typically affects the skin of the feet or hands, or both, and causes visible redness, intense heat and burning pain.
The term erythromelalgia describes the syndrome: erythros (redness), melos (extremity) and algia (pain). An alternate name is “erythermalgia” that emphasizes the thermos (heat) – an essential part of the syndrome.
While usually affecting the lower extremities (legs and feet) and upper extremities (arms and hands) other body parts like faces or just ears or the nose may be involved. It usually affects both sides of the body, but can affect just one.
The associated pain and burning sensations can be extremely severe. People with EM often make major adjustments to their lifestyles to avoid flare-ups. Even in mild-to-moderate cases, normal functioning such as walking, standing, working, socializing, exercising, and sleeping may be impaired.
Precipitating factors include warm temperatures and even mild exercise. Cooling the hot body parts relieves the pain, as does elevating the affected areas. [The use of icy water is strongly discouraged as ice can damage the skin. Using a fan or cool water is suggested instead.]
Approximately five percent of those with EM have an inherited condition that research has shown to be caused by genetic mutations. These people usually have other members of their families with the syndrome.
The cause of EM is unknown in the vast majority of cases. Peripheral neuropathies underlie many, and in some cases EM may be secondary to other disorders like the blood disease polycythemia.
A number of different medications have been shown effective in relieving symptoms of EM. However, no one drug helps everyone. Traditional over-the-counter pain medications or stronger prescription drugs help some. Anticonvulsant drugs like Neurontin and Lyrica help others. Certain antidepressants like Cymbalta help still others. Combinations of drugs also have been reported effective. For instance, Lyrica and Cymbalta, at the lowest possible dosage, have been reported to be more effective than either drug by itself.
It is recommended that people with EM find a doctor willing to help them pursue a trial-and-error course of treatment. Since some people may be highly sensitive to drugs, initial doses of new medications should be very low.
What is EM?
Erythromelalgia is a rare and frequently devastating disorder that typically affects the skin of the feet or hands, or both, and causes visible redness, intense heat and burning pain.
The term erythromelalgia describes the syndrome: erythros (redness), melos (extremity) and algia (pain). An alternate name is “erythermalgia” that emphasizes the thermos (heat) – an essential part of the syndrome.
While usually affecting the lower extremities (legs and feet) and upper extremities (arms and hands) other body parts like faces or just ears or the nose may be involved. It usually affects both sides of the body, but can affect just one.
The associated pain and burning sensations can be extremely severe. People with EM often make major adjustments to their lifestyles to avoid flare-ups. Even in mild-to-moderate cases, normal functioning such as walking, standing, working, socializing, exercising, and sleeping may be impaired.
Precipitating factors include warm temperatures and even mild exercise. Cooling the hot body parts relieves the pain, as does elevating the affected areas. [The use of icy water is strongly discouraged as ice can damage the skin. Using a fan or cool water is suggested instead.]
Approximately five percent of those with EM have an inherited condition that research has shown to be caused by genetic mutations. These people usually have other members of their families with the syndrome.
The cause of EM is unknown in the vast majority of cases. Peripheral neuropathies underlie many, and in some cases EM may be secondary to other disorders like the blood disease polycythemia.
A number of different medications have been shown effective in relieving symptoms of EM. However, no one drug helps everyone. Traditional over-the-counter pain medications or stronger prescription drugs help some. Anticonvulsant drugs like Neurontin and Lyrica help others. Certain antidepressants like Cymbalta help still others. Combinations of drugs also have been reported effective. For instance, Lyrica and Cymbalta, at the lowest possible dosage, have been reported to be more effective than either drug by itself.
It is recommended that people with EM find a doctor willing to help them pursue a trial-and-error course of treatment. Since some people may be highly sensitive to drugs, initial doses of new medications should be very low.
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