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Invisible Bugs crawling on skin? Strange sensation...
I posted this info before, but it was a reply to someone else's similar post...
I am a 23 year old healthy male. I recently had a full physical and the results were that I am in above average health. I have no diseases, do not use drugs, but drink on occasion.
Anyways, just started noticing these strange symptoms, within the past few weeks. Nothing "brought it on" so to speak that I can tell of. It's been going on longer, but less noticeable, now since I do not talk sleeping meds any more, it's all that I can notice...
Symptoms are strange sensations on my skin. The sensation is it feels like there are "invisible bugs" crawling on, and/or biting my skin. No actual bites, rashes, bugs, sores, or anything of the nature is ever visible. Occurs more at night, while laying down than any other time. The sensation occurs throughout my entire body, no area is exempt from this sensation, and it seems to be completely random, at times I'll feel it on my arm, then my face, then leg, then arm again, etc, no pattern. The sensation "goes away" once I touch the area (either itch it, brush at it as if there WAS a bug I am brushing off, slap it, or touch it in any way...)
I've heard that various forms of dry skin, or minor allergic reactions to soaps could produce such a problem... I have not changed body soaps, shampoos, or laundry detergent types in quite a while (well before such symptoms) I do not have dry skin, or any type of rash.
Ruled out dry skin
I've read about "Morgellons" (years ago, before it was a mainstream idea) and don't think that is what I have... I have no lesions, sores, boils, wounds, or anything of the sort, and no fibers protruding from anything.
Ruling out Morgellons.
I had read about the possibility of it being bed bugs (from reading sites like this online) so I tore my bedroom apart looking for signs of an infestation, and saw NOTHING. My mattress is brand new, the apartment I live in is also pretty close to brand new. Never the less, not a thing was found, searched mattress, box spring, walls near bed, everything.
Ruled out bed bugs.
The only other thing I've seen it could be is Restless Leg Syndrome. NOT sure about that, but I did hear that that sensation in the legs is a symptom of that, and that in some cases, the skin crawling sensation can occur all over the body, not just the legs, and still be considered RLS.
Undecided about RLS possibility.
The only other things I have going on that MAY be related, is an upper back pain/numbness... unknown cause. Been going on for years though. No diagnosis.
So basically I'm out of ideas, and about to go insane. It's terrible at night not being able to sleep because of that feeling, and not being able to sleep with my girlfriend because I keep her awake with my constant moving around and itching...
I am a 23 year old healthy male. I recently had a full physical and the results were that I am in above average health. I have no diseases, do not use drugs, but drink on occasion.
Anyways, just started noticing these strange symptoms, within the past few weeks. Nothing "brought it on" so to speak that I can tell of. It's been going on longer, but less noticeable, now since I do not talk sleeping meds any more, it's all that I can notice...
Symptoms are strange sensations on my skin. The sensation is it feels like there are "invisible bugs" crawling on, and/or biting my skin. No actual bites, rashes, bugs, sores, or anything of the nature is ever visible. Occurs more at night, while laying down than any other time. The sensation occurs throughout my entire body, no area is exempt from this sensation, and it seems to be completely random, at times I'll feel it on my arm, then my face, then leg, then arm again, etc, no pattern. The sensation "goes away" once I touch the area (either itch it, brush at it as if there WAS a bug I am brushing off, slap it, or touch it in any way...)
I've heard that various forms of dry skin, or minor allergic reactions to soaps could produce such a problem... I have not changed body soaps, shampoos, or laundry detergent types in quite a while (well before such symptoms) I do not have dry skin, or any type of rash.
Ruled out dry skin
I've read about "Morgellons" (years ago, before it was a mainstream idea) and don't think that is what I have... I have no lesions, sores, boils, wounds, or anything of the sort, and no fibers protruding from anything.
Ruling out Morgellons.
I had read about the possibility of it being bed bugs (from reading sites like this online) so I tore my bedroom apart looking for signs of an infestation, and saw NOTHING. My mattress is brand new, the apartment I live in is also pretty close to brand new. Never the less, not a thing was found, searched mattress, box spring, walls near bed, everything.
Ruled out bed bugs.
The only other thing I've seen it could be is Restless Leg Syndrome. NOT sure about that, but I did hear that that sensation in the legs is a symptom of that, and that in some cases, the skin crawling sensation can occur all over the body, not just the legs, and still be considered RLS.
Undecided about RLS possibility.
The only other things I have going on that MAY be related, is an upper back pain/numbness... unknown cause. Been going on for years though. No diagnosis.
So basically I'm out of ideas, and about to go insane. It's terrible at night not being able to sleep because of that feeling, and not being able to sleep with my girlfriend because I keep her awake with my constant moving around and itching...
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Fill the blender with chopped cabbage
Add 1 3/4 cups of water
Blend carefully by starting at low speed and then to high for 10 seconds or less — you don’t want puree, you want small pieces
Pour blended mixture in the jar making sure it is at least 1 inch from the top for expansion
Cover the jar securely with the lid
Let mixture stand at room temperature in a dark place for 3 days (around 72 degrees F)
After 3 days strain to separate juice and pulp
Place fermented cabbage juice in the refrigerator
When the supply gets low, (or immediately after the first ferment is ready to drink) start a new batch by using the same procedure but adding ½ cup of the previous batch of fermented juice to 1 1/2 cups water and 3 cups of cabbage blended as above
The second batch will only have to stand at room temperature for 24 hours before being ready, because of the starter added — then refrigerate
Drink 1/2 cup of this solution diluted with an equal part of water 2 or 3 times each day and you will realize the vitamin enriched, curative powers of fermented cabbage juice.
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Fill the blender with chopped cabbage
Add 1 3/4 cups of water
Blend carefully by starting at low speed and then to high for 10 seconds or less — you don’t want puree, you want small pieces
Pour blended mixture in the jar making sure it is at least 1 inch from the top for expansion
Cover the jar securely with the lid
Let mixture stand at room temperature in a dark place for 3 days (around 72 degrees F)
After 3 days strain to separate juice and pulp
Place fermented cabbage juice in the refrigerator
When the supply gets low, (or immediately after the first ferment is ready to drink) start a new batch by using the same procedure but adding ½ cup of the previous batch of fermented juice to 1 1/2 cups water and 3 cups of cabbage blended as above
The second batch will only have to stand at room temperature for 24 hours before being ready, because of the starter added — then refrigerate
Drink 1/2 cup of this solution diluted with an equal part of water 2 or 3 times each day and you will realize the vitamin enriched, curative powers of fermented cabbage juice.
- See more at: http://realfoodforager.com/recipe-fermented-cabbage-juice
Ok, I've been on this forum on and off for the last 2 years. I've taken advice and given advice and have been 95% cured for the last 9 months or so. I believe I have finally cracked it.
My theory was always that this is fungus related, The body when it's over loaded with toxins releases toxins through the skin. I bet most of you have had or still have a fungal infection and wether its visible or not its there. White tongue or toe nail or joch itch etc etc. We've all tried TTO and I'm not going to list all the stuff we've tried but you get the message, if you look at them all they are all anti-fungals and they work for a while but the damn thing comes back. Cut the story short I wanted to try and kill the fungus from inside and came across making my own probiotics at home (fermented cabbage juice) I made it, drank it twice a day and have not had an itch for a week. Its easy to make and costs pennies. My energy levels are through the roof my mood, brain skin all have improved. Try it guys the worst you can do is improve your digestion and by doing that it will have a major improvement on your health. I'll post a step by step guide on how to make fermented cabbage juice.
My theory was always that this is fungus related, The body when it's over loaded with toxins releases toxins through the skin. I bet most of you have had or still have a fungal infection and wether its visible or not its there. White tongue or toe nail or joch itch etc etc. We've all tried TTO and I'm not going to list all the stuff we've tried but you get the message, if you look at them all they are all anti-fungals and they work for a while but the damn thing comes back. Cut the story short I wanted to try and kill the fungus from inside and came across making my own probiotics at home (fermented cabbage juice) I made it, drank it twice a day and have not had an itch for a week. Its easy to make and costs pennies. My energy levels are through the roof my mood, brain skin all have improved. Try it guys the worst you can do is improve your digestion and by doing that it will have a major improvement on your health. I'll post a step by step guide on how to make fermented cabbage juice.
i have read this from 09 to 2014 and absolutely no one has an answer or cure for this. i've had this or 3yrs now it only happens when i stay in my apartment and stays with me when i leave the apt for about an hour i i stay out. feels like my hairs on my arms are tingeling unless i wash and leave right away. if i sleep in the allergy bed cover w/o a sheet its on but i get sweaty, when i put a sheet on it comes back again with vengeance. when i go home on the weekends sometimes it may bother just my face till saturday then go away. spraying doesn't help allergey covers help but cant sleep on just that.buy my apt is the only place i get this feeling. yea i know i should move but this place is cheap and i keep thinking that if i do move they will come with me ? help?
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Mfafa, your problem is coming from your water. Every time you use your water you are allowing parasites to come in. Your contaminated water is actually drawing the springtails to infest your house. Have your water tested, or try and do it yourself by reading my Oct 28th answer.
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I have skin crawling symptoms caused by folliculitis I am seeing a consultant dermatologist who is treating me with trimethoprim 300mg twice a day for three months and I must say it seems to be working, also fexofenadine 180mg twice a day for itching.
The folliculitis I am suffering with is under my skin not a rash of spots as you would think, I do have spots that look like bites that itch when my clothes rub and you can see a faint redness under my skin ,this is a negative g infection that
Will not respond to common antibiotics so I am taking the trimethoprim
I have skin crawling symptoms caused by folliculitis I am seeing a consultant dermatologist who is treating me with trimethoprim 300mg twice a day for three months and I must say it seems to be working, also fexofenadine 180mg twice a day for itching.
The folliculitis I am suffering with is under my skin not a rash of spots as you would think, I do have spots that look like bites that itch when my clothes rub and you can see a faint redness under my skin ,this is a negative g infection that
Will not respond to common antibiotics so I am taking the trimethoprim
You can try using sprays like Lysol, Clorox disinfectants or in Walmart you can buy the Great Value disinfectant for $2.50 they work very well when you spray them in bed or chair. Do it aggressively daily for about one week and they will be completely gone. I used it and it worked for me I have so much peace now, you can also pray your clothes before you wear them. Hand sanitizer is also very good when you rub it on the part of body where you feel the sensation. They all work very well, you can take them along with you when you are leaving the house just in case you get the feeling.
Definitely not bedbugs. Had pest control folks out and they said no bed bugs. They said springtails. And they said they get lots of clients who complain of crawling sensations and then they find only springtails in the house. Doctor also said no bed bug bites. Bed bugs were the second thing I thought of (weird allergies was the first). But they definitely aren't the problem.
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