itching on legs

i have itching on my leg specially when i stay at home.and take off my clothes but i do not fee itching when i am work or out of home

moreover for the last 2 months on my body small painful pimples full of pus  around the hip and penis area. i got myself checked no diabetic nothing blood test normal. dr prescribed me pencillin which i took but situation is not changing.

only one pimples at one  time  appears. when one heals the other start appearing and so on.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Itchy skin that isn't accompanied by other obvious skin changes, such as a rash, is most often caused by dry skin (xerosis). Dry skin results from hot or cold weather with low humidity levels, long-term use of air conditioning or central heating, and washing or bathing too much.

Other conditions cause itchy skin as well. Skin conditions like dermatitis and hives, internal diseases like liver and kidney disorders,diabetes, iron deficiency anemia, irritation and allergic reactions to chemicals,wool,soaps,cosmetics and certain foods  can cause itchy skin.The small pimples are folliculitis or boils.

You can apply an anti-itch cream or lotion to the affected area. Oral antihistamine, such as Benadryl can also be used. You should take a comfortably cool bath and wear smooth-textured cotton clothing.You should choose mild soaps without dyes or perfumes and use a mild, unscented laundry detergent when washing clothes, towels and bedding.

Pls take a second opinion from a dermatologist if the symptoms persist. He/She will start with the specific medications. If an internal disease is found, whether it's kidney disease, iron deficiency or a thyroid problem, treating that disease often relieves the itch.Lastly,Phototherapy can also be tried.For the pimples,apply antibiotic cream Like Mupirocin on them.

I hope it helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional doubts.Kind regards.