maddening itch

what causes extreme itching after sweating or bathing?

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
It can be due to contact dermatitis, allergic reaction to soaps or toiletries or aquagenic urticaria. ”. It occurs due to hypersensitivity of the skin either to the water or to some other constituent present in the water (such as fluoride, chloride, other mineral etc). Treatment options include application of skin creams (such as capsaicin cream), phototherapy with UV light, antihistaminics, and other drugs (such as leukotriene-receptor antagonists, beta blockers etc).

I hope it helps. Take care and regards.