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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
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Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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by Michael Sanchez, Jan 28, 2000 12:00AM
I was wondering if stretch marks from childbirth could cause itching years later? I had my child over 7 years ago and had very bad stretch marks which have stayed with me ever since. And it seems that every evening (6pm on) they itch very badly. I have tried changing laundry soap, daily soap and types of clothing and showering twice a day. It does not happen anywhere else on my body except on my stretch marks. Doctors have given me prescription creams but nothing works and I have tried every body and cleaning soap possible. If you have any suggestions I would be grateful.
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Jan 30, 2000 12:00AM
, Jan 30, 2000 12:00AM
Michael:
I cannot understand why the itch should be just on the stretch marks, although keloid (raised) scars sometimes itch years later, and stretch marks are a form of scar as well.
In any case, I suggest you go to your pharmacy and ask for a lotion containing pramoxine (no prescription needed.) This is an anesthetic, which is excellent for soothing itch and burn of whatever kind. I am sure your sensations will subside once you block the urge to scratch.
Best.
Dr. R
I cannot understand why the itch should be just on the stretch marks, although keloid (raised) scars sometimes itch years later, and stretch marks are a form of scar as well.
In any case, I suggest you go to your pharmacy and ask for a lotion containing pramoxine (no prescription needed.) This is an anesthetic, which is excellent for soothing itch and burn of whatever kind. I am sure your sensations will subside once you block the urge to scratch.
Best.
Dr. R
I have an abrasion on my tounge from a partial plate, the
dentist said it would go away, but it hasn't. I have tried
Listerene every night and also salt water, nothing seems to work.
I keeps rubbing and making a grove in my tounge, sometimes it is
very painful.
Do you have any suggestions? I have also seen the Dr. and he said the same thing, it will go away. In the meantime it just
gets worse.
Is this a fungus, perhaps? Would appreciate your reply ASAP with appropriate medication. Thank you.