itchy burning hands

[anniebabezzz]

my hands are itching like crazy! its more of a burning itch. it feels better under cold water but i want to know how i can get rid of it completely. it started itching the day after i went to the beach but this never happened before! please help

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
You can apply aquaphor but to stop the itching you may need oral antistaminics like Benadryl (may cause drowsiness) or Claritin. If the rash starts spreading then viral rashes should be thought of.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.

[anniebabezzz]

all i have is aquaphor is that okay? and i noticed red bumps on my thighs arms and the back of my knees, should i be worried?

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
It can be due to contact dermatitis or dermatitis skin. Wash it with fresh water, use mild soaps and wear cotton clothes. Take some antihistaminic like Benadryl or Claritin and apply some calamine lotion on the rash. If the symptoms persist then please get it examined from a dermatologist as you may need topical steroids like hydrocortisone 1%.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.