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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...
Glad to hear that it's helped. I would also apply some jojoba oil after showering while still wet and leave it on for a couple of mins before drying. keep us updated.
I just tried iyour ACV after 10 days of rashes and itching and within 10 minutes of applying it I feel such a great relief!!!! thank you...i'm going to soak in it!! My rashes started under my arms and between my thighs then spread to my belly and back and sides. I thought it was scabies as well. then I went to the doctor and they gave me a cream nystatin and triamcinolone acetonide and a powder nystop pedi dri. I used up most of that stuff in two days supposed to last 7. It go worse. they said it was fungal due to sweat. Well your ACV works for relief...let's see if it's the cure!!
Has anyone tried Green Bug I have just seen it advertised on the internet it is supposed to work against these mites or flies and bed bugs. You can fog your house with it and use it on yourself.
i am now one week a victim of this unseen flying insect and i am planning to move to another house because i cant sleep day and night.sometimes i removed all my cloths and sleep naked and still insect are flying all of my eyes,we are living with my wife and she always told me that i have jinni in my body because she cant see any insect in the house and i am only the one who is compling ,i am running mad i dont know what to do.please help me if you can,
yes brother i am victim now for one week i dont know what to do.i cant sleep at all because of this unseen flying insect all over the body.please any one help me
If you have been prescribed the thyroid medicine, you should not stop using it, unless advised by your doctor. It is important that you do keep taking your thyroid medication. If you suspect the itching is a reaction to your medication, you should talk to your doctor about this.
It may be that you have an allergy to something, and that can be from anything and even from detergents and soaps to something that you touch or eat or even perfumes.
It may be that you have a mild infection to something, and it important therefore that you see your doctor.
It may be that you have scabies and there is a special lotion for this. The doctor or your dermatologist should be able to confirm whether or not this is from scabies.
If you have a persistent dry and itchy skin, do not use normal soaps or shower gels or bubble baths. This will dry your skin even more. Your doctor can prescribe a moisture cream for you to use instead of soap, like Dibrobase, Dermol, etc. There are different types of Dermol. Dermol 600 Bath Emollient is an antimicrobial bath emmollient microbial solution that you put some into the bath water. You can also purchase this yourself online or from your pharmacy depending where you live.
You could also put in a couple of handfuls of porridge oats into your bath and also baby oil. Take care not to slip when doing this or using the bath emollient.
Try not to scratch the itch. This will lead to a cycle of itch, scratch, itch. You could end up with open sores and bacteria then can enter through the break in the skin. A cool shower can help to relieve a persistent itch. You can apply natural set yogurt to cool the area and if it is an allergic reaction, then an antihistamine will help. Your doctor would probably recommend prescribe you with some or recommend which one to get.
Any calamine type lotion will also help to cool down the itching.
If you suspect there are bugs about, do a complete strip of the bed linen and put them in the hottest wash suitable for the fabric vacume everywhere - the mattress, all crevices, the headboard, in your cupboards and draws, your curtains as well as the floors.
Best of luck and hope you manage to get rid of your itch problem soon.
Best wishes.
It may be that you have an allergy to something, and that can be from anything and even from detergents and soaps to something that you touch or eat or even perfumes.
It may be that you have a mild infection to something, and it important therefore that you see your doctor.
It may be that you have scabies and there is a special lotion for this. The doctor or your dermatologist should be able to confirm whether or not this is from scabies.
If you have a persistent dry and itchy skin, do not use normal soaps or shower gels or bubble baths. This will dry your skin even more. Your doctor can prescribe a moisture cream for you to use instead of soap, like Dibrobase, Dermol, etc. There are different types of Dermol. Dermol 600 Bath Emollient is an antimicrobial bath emmollient microbial solution that you put some into the bath water. You can also purchase this yourself online or from your pharmacy depending where you live.
You could also put in a couple of handfuls of porridge oats into your bath and also baby oil. Take care not to slip when doing this or using the bath emollient.
Try not to scratch the itch. This will lead to a cycle of itch, scratch, itch. You could end up with open sores and bacteria then can enter through the break in the skin. A cool shower can help to relieve a persistent itch. You can apply natural set yogurt to cool the area and if it is an allergic reaction, then an antihistamine will help. Your doctor would probably recommend prescribe you with some or recommend which one to get.
Any calamine type lotion will also help to cool down the itching.
If you suspect there are bugs about, do a complete strip of the bed linen and put them in the hottest wash suitable for the fabric vacume everywhere - the mattress, all crevices, the headboard, in your cupboards and draws, your curtains as well as the floors.
Best of luck and hope you manage to get rid of your itch problem soon.
Best wishes.
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