I'm caring for two right now (hairless ones), one's skin has been itching him a lot since fall began , we live in N.Y.
Can't find a flea on him, so far I put him on benadryl twice daily 12 mg for his weight of 12 lbs. for 7 days and now brought it down to once daily.
I've been spraying him daily with a vets approved skin conditioner but he is still it abit uncomfortable when I pet his back but far better than he was originally.
I also put neosporin on one hotspot he bit open and it's healed up good the past week but he still tries to get at it.
I have his body covered now with a sweatsuit so he can't get at the spot again and bite it open.
Does anyone familiar with this rare breed have anything else I can try that may work out better?
I really don't want to keep him on the benadryl to much longer.
I read that lanolin is not good for them (allergict to) so will be checking the products today to see if it contains that as an ingredient.
Any thoughts would be appreciated.
Any extra tips on keeping Chinese Cresteds skin itch free?
HI! I have a Chinese Crested.
This breed is very prone to allergies, its possible it could be a food allergy. What is the current diet?
Contact allergies are possible too.. do you have wool carpet? Does he roll around in the grass alot?
It could also be some kind of skin infection going on.
Is his skin dry and flakey? That will cause itching as well. There are lotions you can use.. I have used Curel Ultra healing, Olay quench, and eucerin with no problems on my cresteds.. there are a few products I have ordered online which work well too:
this lady has emu oil lotion, which I LOVE
http://stores.ebay.com/Bath-and-Body-by-...
this lady makes body wash, lotions, and astrigent for the crested skin
http://stores.ebay.com/ALLY-OOPS-PET-SUP...
If you have any more questions, please join us at www.crestedsrock.com there are people there who have more experience with skin issues than me. They would be more than willing to help!
edited to add, it could just be the time of year, the air is less humid and drying his skin. A humidifyer in the home may help. Adding some salmon or cod liver oil to his diet is good for skin too.
Another good skin conditioner, if he's willing to sit still for about 10-15 mins, straight out of the warm tub, while his pores are still open, put some olive oil on his skin, and wrap him up in a warm towel. Snuggle with him in the towel and let his skin absorb the oils.
You can also exfoliate skin to slough off the dead, dry skin. I use either a salt or sugar scrub. No need to buy expensive ones, such as the ones at bath and body.. you can get an inexpensive jar at walmart. I have also made my own sugar scrub using sugar and olive oil... just mix for the desired consitency, typically half and half.
lucky nuts
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Does peppermint oil help skin heal and stop itching?
try daktarin or
monostat derm
Does peppermint oil help skin heal and stop itching?
no
Reply:i dunno, but honey is supposed to help.
Reply:I think Tea Tree Oil would be better !
monostat derm
Does peppermint oil help skin heal and stop itching?
no
Reply:i dunno, but honey is supposed to help.
Reply:I think Tea Tree Oil would be better !
I have severe dry skin and cant stop itching anyone have an answer??
Hydrogen peroxide 1 % its an ointment for dry skin and rashes like ezema
I have severe dry skin and cant stop itching anyone have an answer??
Drink 6-8 eight ounce glasses of water per day, more if exercising vigorously.
Moisturize with Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion immediately after drying off after showering. Apply to entire body.
Reply:you can go to wal mart and get some stuff call aveno oatmeal and take a bath in it pour it when u run your water buy the lotion also put this on three times a day and you will see a change all of this is in the pharmacy section
Reply:yes a bath in water and bathbeads with oil.
Reply:Goldbond cream! or there is the St-Ives Hydration cream that works wonders for me. Vaseline has a good hydrating cream as well...there are so many nowadays. good luck!
Reply:Dry skin types have to be extremely careful to protect their skin. Yogurt-honey combination helps dry skin. Make an egg pack with a yolk, a teaspoon of honey, a tablespoon of milk powder. This is beneficial to dry skin types. There are many helpful tips to cure dry skin at http://useinfo-dryskin.blogspot.com/
I have severe dry skin and cant stop itching anyone have an answer??
Drink 6-8 eight ounce glasses of water per day, more if exercising vigorously.
Moisturize with Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion immediately after drying off after showering. Apply to entire body.
Reply:you can go to wal mart and get some stuff call aveno oatmeal and take a bath in it pour it when u run your water buy the lotion also put this on three times a day and you will see a change all of this is in the pharmacy section
Reply:yes a bath in water and bathbeads with oil.
Reply:Goldbond cream! or there is the St-Ives Hydration cream that works wonders for me. Vaseline has a good hydrating cream as well...there are so many nowadays. good luck!
Reply:Dry skin types have to be extremely careful to protect their skin. Yogurt-honey combination helps dry skin. Make an egg pack with a yolk, a teaspoon of honey, a tablespoon of milk powder. This is beneficial to dry skin types. There are many helpful tips to cure dry skin at http://useinfo-dryskin.blogspot.com/
My dog had flakey skin and is constantly itching. How do I treat that?
Has your dog also put on some weight but seems to be eating normal amounts of food? How old is your dog, what brand are you feeding and what breed is your dog? The answer to your question can only be answered with more information from you.
Most of the time it is the dog food being fed. Changing to a high quality food will sometimes stop this. I feel a hypoallergenic diet of Pinnacle trout and sweet potatoes. Their is NO corn, or wheat, and it is not cheap, but your dog and you will be happier in the long run..AND your dog will actually require less food with a high quality diet. So it will last longer.
I have a ****** who is always itching, so I finally broke down and bought this dog food from my local feed store, my dogs have been on it for about 2 weeks and I have already seen a HUGE difference.. I wont go back to anything else.. I tried just about all of them.. Holistic is the way to go in my opinion.. And I feed 9 dogs and it lasted me longer than the proplan I had them on..
Contact me if you like
PS it's not mange.. sheesh I don't understand people.. Mange is very different and they lose TONS of hair.. Try food first and then if it doesn't get better, have your vet check her for thyroid problems..Its a simple blood test.
My dog had flakey skin and is constantly itching. How do I treat that?
Mange most likely. Or a reaction to a shampoo maybe or fleas can cause the skin reaction also.
Get to vet to get treatment Mange will get out of hand quickly and can spread to other pets.
Reply:What do you bathe your dog in? Your dog could be allergic to the shampoo or even her food. You should take her to the vet.
Reply:First stop. Vet, make sure it isn't a medical condition such as a staph infection or allergies.
If everything checks out fine there, then look at diet and overbathing. Dogs should be bathed no more than once every six months, unless obviously dirty or directed to do so by the vet.
Try changing to a high quality food. That will also help.
Nothing you find at a grocery store is going to be a good food. High quality foods can be found at large pet store chains, or online. A couple of foods I like are Nutro Natural, Innova, and Cannidae.
There are other high quality dog foods. Here's how to spot them:
A high quality food will have little or no fillers such as corn, wheat or soy. These aren't very digestable for dogs, and are common food related allergens. Since you were seeing corn meal in the first few ingredients, those are not high quality foods. Foods list ingredients by content, with the ingredient it contains most of at the top.
A high quality food will not contain BHT, BHA or Ethoxyquin, these are all chemical preservatives that have been linked to cancer.
A high quality food will not contain by-products of any kind. Meat meals are ok as long as the source of the meat is listed, such as Chicken Meal.
A high quality diet should have meat as at least the first ingredient., and be made from human grade ingredients. Foods that don't use human grade ingredients often get their ingredients from less than desirable sources, such as meat from animals that were diseased, or euthanized.
There is another diet option other than dog food. Some people choose to feed a raw diet. This involves feeding the dog raw meaty bones and organ meat. However it is not as simple as throwing a couple chicken bones in a bowl everyday. If you wish to feed this type of diet, do lots and lots of research first. Switching to this diet without knowing what your doing can lead to nutritional problems for your dog. I'll give you some links as a starting point in research if you are interested in this type of diet.
http://www.willowglen.com/barf.htm.........
http://www.bestfrisbeedogs.com/diets.htm...
http://www.rawlearning.com/rawfaq.html.....
http://www.rawfed.com/myths/index.html.....
http://www.rawdogranch.com
http://community.livejournal.com/rawdogs...
Reply:I would take it to the vet and have it looked at. It could be fleas or just dry skin or allergic to something in it's food. You never know what it could be.
Reply:Flaky skin can be caused by any number of things. Your best bet is to visit your vet to determine the cause so that you can begin treating properly rather than taking a shot in the dark. You don't mention any redness or inflammation, but constant itching usually result in these two conditions. Flaky skin usually equates to dry skin which can be brought about by over-bathing. Flea bite dermatitis usually is more localized to an area that becomes itchy and inflamed resulting in staph infection. Allergies to food, whether its to corn, wheat, chicken, beef or any other ingredient, can also cause itching but this again should create red, inflamed skin. Contact allergy to grass and other plant/ground covering could be a culprit. But, your veterinarian is the only one who can really tell you how to treat the problem and then, only after he has examined your dog and determined what the actual cause is.
Lamb and rice is a good quality dog food formulated to promote healthy skin and coats in dogs. When selecting the brand to feed your dog, look to see that real lamb is the number one ingredient. I used to breed Miniature Schnauzers and still have a large number of animals. I have found this formula to be the best for promoting healthy skin and coats overall.
Good luck with your dog.
Reply:Many times dry,itchy,and flaky skin is caused by the dog not receiving the proper amounts of omega fatty acids in the food you feed.As stated above,a premium food such as Innova or Canidae can help with skin problems.Another thing to try is supplementing your dogs meals with omega rich foods.Canned salmon is a good source of omegas,that alot of people feed their dogs.
Increasing the omegas helps with the skin,and it also makes the coat soft and shiny.In many cases it will even reduce the amount your dog sheds.
I started giving my 80 pound lab 1/2 cup of canned salmon with her morning feeding about 1 year ago.It has mad a big difference in her skin,coat,and shedding.
Reply:Ask the vet for a shampoo with oatmeal
Reply:Beat olive oil and 1 raw egg, let him lick it up. Do it 4 days a week
Most of the time it is the dog food being fed. Changing to a high quality food will sometimes stop this. I feel a hypoallergenic diet of Pinnacle trout and sweet potatoes. Their is NO corn, or wheat, and it is not cheap, but your dog and you will be happier in the long run..AND your dog will actually require less food with a high quality diet. So it will last longer.
I have a ****** who is always itching, so I finally broke down and bought this dog food from my local feed store, my dogs have been on it for about 2 weeks and I have already seen a HUGE difference.. I wont go back to anything else.. I tried just about all of them.. Holistic is the way to go in my opinion.. And I feed 9 dogs and it lasted me longer than the proplan I had them on..
Contact me if you like
PS it's not mange.. sheesh I don't understand people.. Mange is very different and they lose TONS of hair.. Try food first and then if it doesn't get better, have your vet check her for thyroid problems..Its a simple blood test.
My dog had flakey skin and is constantly itching. How do I treat that?
Mange most likely. Or a reaction to a shampoo maybe or fleas can cause the skin reaction also.
Get to vet to get treatment Mange will get out of hand quickly and can spread to other pets.
Reply:What do you bathe your dog in? Your dog could be allergic to the shampoo or even her food. You should take her to the vet.
Reply:First stop. Vet, make sure it isn't a medical condition such as a staph infection or allergies.
If everything checks out fine there, then look at diet and overbathing. Dogs should be bathed no more than once every six months, unless obviously dirty or directed to do so by the vet.
Try changing to a high quality food. That will also help.
Nothing you find at a grocery store is going to be a good food. High quality foods can be found at large pet store chains, or online. A couple of foods I like are Nutro Natural, Innova, and Cannidae.
There are other high quality dog foods. Here's how to spot them:
A high quality food will have little or no fillers such as corn, wheat or soy. These aren't very digestable for dogs, and are common food related allergens. Since you were seeing corn meal in the first few ingredients, those are not high quality foods. Foods list ingredients by content, with the ingredient it contains most of at the top.
A high quality food will not contain BHT, BHA or Ethoxyquin, these are all chemical preservatives that have been linked to cancer.
A high quality food will not contain by-products of any kind. Meat meals are ok as long as the source of the meat is listed, such as Chicken Meal.
A high quality diet should have meat as at least the first ingredient., and be made from human grade ingredients. Foods that don't use human grade ingredients often get their ingredients from less than desirable sources, such as meat from animals that were diseased, or euthanized.
There is another diet option other than dog food. Some people choose to feed a raw diet. This involves feeding the dog raw meaty bones and organ meat. However it is not as simple as throwing a couple chicken bones in a bowl everyday. If you wish to feed this type of diet, do lots and lots of research first. Switching to this diet without knowing what your doing can lead to nutritional problems for your dog. I'll give you some links as a starting point in research if you are interested in this type of diet.
http://www.willowglen.com/barf.htm.........
http://www.bestfrisbeedogs.com/diets.htm...
http://www.rawlearning.com/rawfaq.html.....
http://www.rawfed.com/myths/index.html.....
http://www.rawdogranch.com
http://community.livejournal.com/rawdogs...
Reply:I would take it to the vet and have it looked at. It could be fleas or just dry skin or allergic to something in it's food. You never know what it could be.
Reply:Flaky skin can be caused by any number of things. Your best bet is to visit your vet to determine the cause so that you can begin treating properly rather than taking a shot in the dark. You don't mention any redness or inflammation, but constant itching usually result in these two conditions. Flaky skin usually equates to dry skin which can be brought about by over-bathing. Flea bite dermatitis usually is more localized to an area that becomes itchy and inflamed resulting in staph infection. Allergies to food, whether its to corn, wheat, chicken, beef or any other ingredient, can also cause itching but this again should create red, inflamed skin. Contact allergy to grass and other plant/ground covering could be a culprit. But, your veterinarian is the only one who can really tell you how to treat the problem and then, only after he has examined your dog and determined what the actual cause is.
Lamb and rice is a good quality dog food formulated to promote healthy skin and coats in dogs. When selecting the brand to feed your dog, look to see that real lamb is the number one ingredient. I used to breed Miniature Schnauzers and still have a large number of animals. I have found this formula to be the best for promoting healthy skin and coats overall.
Good luck with your dog.
Reply:Many times dry,itchy,and flaky skin is caused by the dog not receiving the proper amounts of omega fatty acids in the food you feed.As stated above,a premium food such as Innova or Canidae can help with skin problems.Another thing to try is supplementing your dogs meals with omega rich foods.Canned salmon is a good source of omegas,that alot of people feed their dogs.
Increasing the omegas helps with the skin,and it also makes the coat soft and shiny.In many cases it will even reduce the amount your dog sheds.
I started giving my 80 pound lab 1/2 cup of canned salmon with her morning feeding about 1 year ago.It has mad a big difference in her skin,coat,and shedding.
Reply:Ask the vet for a shampoo with oatmeal
Reply:Beat olive oil and 1 raw egg, let him lick it up. Do it 4 days a week
I have a case of mild hives. Is there anything I can do to stop itching and soothe skin with no medication?
I only have three spots with hives/ raised bumps: my left hand index finger, my left hand pinky knuckle, and the area near my elbow.
Any suggestions?
I have a case of mild hives. Is there anything I can do to stop itching and soothe skin with no medication?
Since its only a few hives you could just ignore them. If they dont go away after a day take a benadryll. I know its medicine but it works wonders.
If you cant ignore them you could try soaking your hand in an oatmeal bath.....you can buy it at the drugstore I think aveno makes one. Since its only your hand and elbow you only need to fill a large bowl with water and add the oatmeal mix.....read the instructions on the package. This works for my hives but I take benadryll too.
Reply:If you don't have any anti-itch lotion then cold water and avoid touching the area if at all possible.
Reply:Benadryl
Reply:Cold water compresses and will help relieve itching. Calamine lotion can soothe the skin.
Reply:Hives is a skin allergic response to just about anything. It appears to be especially related to problems associated with the Gallbladder. Google hives +TCM or +alternative or +naturopath to be directed to very informative websites such as this one:
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en%26amp;q=tcm...
EXAMPLE 1
http://www.healthphone.com/consump_engli...
EXAMPLE 2
http://www.tcmpage.com/food_allergy.html
EXAMPLE 3
http://www.digitalnaturopath.com/cond/C2...
For the itching: Aloe vera gel. Calendula spray. Calamine lotion. Fluocinide (lidocaine). Sayman Salve (sulphur %26amp; petroleum jelly). Honey. Cool compresses of water or refrigerated tea made from red clover and peppermint feel really great.
Reply:Soak them in Aveeno water bath (oatmeal based), it will help sooth the itch.
oleander
Any suggestions?
I have a case of mild hives. Is there anything I can do to stop itching and soothe skin with no medication?
Since its only a few hives you could just ignore them. If they dont go away after a day take a benadryll. I know its medicine but it works wonders.
If you cant ignore them you could try soaking your hand in an oatmeal bath.....you can buy it at the drugstore I think aveno makes one. Since its only your hand and elbow you only need to fill a large bowl with water and add the oatmeal mix.....read the instructions on the package. This works for my hives but I take benadryll too.
Reply:If you don't have any anti-itch lotion then cold water and avoid touching the area if at all possible.
Reply:Benadryl
Reply:Cold water compresses and will help relieve itching. Calamine lotion can soothe the skin.
Reply:Hives is a skin allergic response to just about anything. It appears to be especially related to problems associated with the Gallbladder. Google hives +TCM or +alternative or +naturopath to be directed to very informative websites such as this one:
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en%26amp;q=tcm...
EXAMPLE 1
http://www.healthphone.com/consump_engli...
EXAMPLE 2
http://www.tcmpage.com/food_allergy.html
EXAMPLE 3
http://www.digitalnaturopath.com/cond/C2...
For the itching: Aloe vera gel. Calendula spray. Calamine lotion. Fluocinide (lidocaine). Sayman Salve (sulphur %26amp; petroleum jelly). Honey. Cool compresses of water or refrigerated tea made from red clover and peppermint feel really great.
Reply:Soak them in Aveeno water bath (oatmeal based), it will help sooth the itch.
oleander
Does anyone know if your skin itches when you are losing weight?
This may sound stupid, but I have lost 12 pounds in 3 weeks and wondering if my skin could be itching because of it. (I know a wound itches when it is healing)
Does anyone know if your skin itches when you are losing weight?
Never heard of that happening.
Reply:Umm,no.
Reply:I never heard that before.
Reply:I have not heard of that. By chance, are you taking any diet pills?
Reply:I don't think so. You may just have dry skin or be allergic to something. Sometimes your body reacts to change. Like when I started drinking alot of milk my nails had this tiny brown line on them.
Reply:Mine doesn't. Put on some lotion, why don't you.
Reply:I don't think so, remember this is winter and your skin could just be dry... Maybe your clothes are too loose and rubbing on your skin... check out other reasons.
Reply:Ive never heard that before but i can tell you that when you are working out %26amp; you are itchy, its from blood circulation %26amp; that you are out of shape
Reply:Put some cream on...because itching can cause stretch marks...So prevent it by putting iching oil or anyhing that can prevent stretch marks..
Reply:If you are indoors during cold weather, the heated air could be drying your skin and making you itch. Are you drinking enough water? Be sure and take in the proper amounts of the right fats, like avacado, walnuts and olive oil s for example. Sometimes a light diluted vinegar rinse, 1/2 cup to a quart of water will help to restore your skin's natural acid balance. Keep up the fresh fruits and vegatables, and go easy on the salt. Best wishes.
Reply:Actually, i've lost the same amount of weight in three weeks and im itching like crazy! I've never itched prior to my weight loss, its not the weather and definately not my diet. My boyfriend said the same thing was happening to him when he lost weight. Im also noticing im only itching wear i have a lot of fat;not all over. my BF said it will eventually go away, its like a phase of some sort.
Does anyone know if your skin itches when you are losing weight?
Never heard of that happening.
Reply:Umm,no.
Reply:I never heard that before.
Reply:I have not heard of that. By chance, are you taking any diet pills?
Reply:I don't think so. You may just have dry skin or be allergic to something. Sometimes your body reacts to change. Like when I started drinking alot of milk my nails had this tiny brown line on them.
Reply:Mine doesn't. Put on some lotion, why don't you.
Reply:I don't think so, remember this is winter and your skin could just be dry... Maybe your clothes are too loose and rubbing on your skin... check out other reasons.
Reply:Ive never heard that before but i can tell you that when you are working out %26amp; you are itchy, its from blood circulation %26amp; that you are out of shape
Reply:Put some cream on...because itching can cause stretch marks...So prevent it by putting iching oil or anyhing that can prevent stretch marks..
Reply:If you are indoors during cold weather, the heated air could be drying your skin and making you itch. Are you drinking enough water? Be sure and take in the proper amounts of the right fats, like avacado, walnuts and olive oil s for example. Sometimes a light diluted vinegar rinse, 1/2 cup to a quart of water will help to restore your skin's natural acid balance. Keep up the fresh fruits and vegatables, and go easy on the salt. Best wishes.
Reply:Actually, i've lost the same amount of weight in three weeks and im itching like crazy! I've never itched prior to my weight loss, its not the weather and definately not my diet. My boyfriend said the same thing was happening to him when he lost weight. Im also noticing im only itching wear i have a lot of fat;not all over. my BF said it will eventually go away, its like a phase of some sort.
I have severe excema on my hands. What can I get to stop the intense itching and cracked skin.?
a prescirption from a medical Doctor.
I have severe excema on my hands. What can I get to stop the intense itching and cracked skin.?
same. i went to my dermo, and he perscribed a cream. until then, use plenty of lotion, and check 4 alergies. your excema could be caused by a milk or wheat alergy.
Reply:I have the same problem and I have found that juice from an aloe plant helps but if you don't have the aloe plant use oatmeal. Don't laugh it works. Take 1/4 cup of oatmeal and 2-3 tablespoons warm water, mix well and apply to the hands. Leave on for 5 minutes, rinse with cool water, not hot. Heat makes it worse. Can use as many times a day as needed.
Reply:My sister in law has excema, go see a physician and ask him about a shot (i don't know what it's called), it's worked wonders for her!!
Reply:There is an Eczema medicated lotion called DERMAREST which is very effective. My son has it and it has helped him quite a lot. It is a 1% Hydrocortisone cream and you can find it in any drug store. Apply it 2-3 times everyday for 4-5 days and you will feel better.
Reply:The cause of eczema is not known but aggravating factors include hands that are in constant contact with soap and water, harsh household products and some vegetable juices. If a physician does not specify a particular regimen, Arbonne has some recommendations that might alleviate some of your discomfort. The ABC (Arbonne Baby Care) line is the most gentle and perfect for skin conditions as it is the most sensitive, pure, safe, and beneficial. They have a wash, lotion, body oil, etc. that are botanically-based and pH correct, dermatologist tested, non-sensitizing, non-irritating, and formulated without nut oils. They're formulated with shea butter which is a unique botanical that soothes, moisturizes and protects skin. With its key components of vitamin A and E, all types of skin (including sensitive) can benefit from shea butter’s supreme, conditioning effects. Its non-toxic makeup and skin-tolerable trait make it ideal for use on sensitive skin.
They also have a great intelligence conditioning oil and rejuvenating cream that can be used whenever you feel it's necessary to relieve the discomfort and itching. I would be happy to send you a free sample to try it out if you would be open to giving it a try.
Reply:Neem Oil works BEST
Reply:I found a perfect solution for you to consider: 1. Taking 3-4 baths a week with 2 cups of ACV[The inexspensive stuff in the grocery store is just as good for this application] - soak
for 30 minutes then shower for a minute in cold water
2. 3 times a day, 30 minutes before meals to take a tablespoon of [raw from a health food store]ACV in a tepid glass of water. Add a little honey or blackstrap molasses for taste[I add cinnamon].
http://curezone.com/blogs/m.asp?f=179%26amp;i=...
I have severe excema on my hands. What can I get to stop the intense itching and cracked skin.?
same. i went to my dermo, and he perscribed a cream. until then, use plenty of lotion, and check 4 alergies. your excema could be caused by a milk or wheat alergy.
Reply:I have the same problem and I have found that juice from an aloe plant helps but if you don't have the aloe plant use oatmeal. Don't laugh it works. Take 1/4 cup of oatmeal and 2-3 tablespoons warm water, mix well and apply to the hands. Leave on for 5 minutes, rinse with cool water, not hot. Heat makes it worse. Can use as many times a day as needed.
Reply:My sister in law has excema, go see a physician and ask him about a shot (i don't know what it's called), it's worked wonders for her!!
Reply:There is an Eczema medicated lotion called DERMAREST which is very effective. My son has it and it has helped him quite a lot. It is a 1% Hydrocortisone cream and you can find it in any drug store. Apply it 2-3 times everyday for 4-5 days and you will feel better.
Reply:The cause of eczema is not known but aggravating factors include hands that are in constant contact with soap and water, harsh household products and some vegetable juices. If a physician does not specify a particular regimen, Arbonne has some recommendations that might alleviate some of your discomfort. The ABC (Arbonne Baby Care) line is the most gentle and perfect for skin conditions as it is the most sensitive, pure, safe, and beneficial. They have a wash, lotion, body oil, etc. that are botanically-based and pH correct, dermatologist tested, non-sensitizing, non-irritating, and formulated without nut oils. They're formulated with shea butter which is a unique botanical that soothes, moisturizes and protects skin. With its key components of vitamin A and E, all types of skin (including sensitive) can benefit from shea butter’s supreme, conditioning effects. Its non-toxic makeup and skin-tolerable trait make it ideal for use on sensitive skin.
They also have a great intelligence conditioning oil and rejuvenating cream that can be used whenever you feel it's necessary to relieve the discomfort and itching. I would be happy to send you a free sample to try it out if you would be open to giving it a try.
Reply:Neem Oil works BEST
Reply:I found a perfect solution for you to consider: 1. Taking 3-4 baths a week with 2 cups of ACV[The inexspensive stuff in the grocery store is just as good for this application] - soak
for 30 minutes then shower for a minute in cold water
2. 3 times a day, 30 minutes before meals to take a tablespoon of [raw from a health food store]ACV in a tepid glass of water. Add a little honey or blackstrap molasses for taste[I add cinnamon].
http://curezone.com/blogs/m.asp?f=179%26amp;i=...
Why does my skin itch when exercising?
I just began exercising by jogging around the neighborhood and I noticed that my skin started itching. Anyone know why this happens? I expected possibly being out of breath, sore, side cramps, etc. but itching?
Why does my skin itch when exercising?
When you exercise, your heart pumps faster and your blood vessels dilate as a mechanism for heat loss due to your energy expenditure. With exercising, you are detoxifying your body of unwanted wastes and toxins through sweating. One reason you may be itching is because of the release of these unwanted wastes through the skin. This should resolve after exercising and having taken a shower. Another more probable reason is that your blood cells release their histamines, and these mediate the itchy sensation you feel. This should also resolve after exercising. Not everybody has the same reaction to increase physical activity. Good luck!
Reply:If you are having a itching like a sting of a bee it is due to your body releasing histamines. Your pores are opening up and releasing them.
Reply:Itchy pants syndrome? or some other type of allergy? Try wearing cotton pants.
I would recommend consulting a doctor if the problem persists.
Good luck and hopefully you are able to continue exercising!
Reply:could it be you are sweating maybe?? that will make you itch.
Reply:my trainer said that its due to a build up of some kind of acid. If you work out frequently your body eventually sweats it all out. But if you take a break for a week or so it gets built up again. So it is only temporary!
rhododendron
Why does my skin itch when exercising?
When you exercise, your heart pumps faster and your blood vessels dilate as a mechanism for heat loss due to your energy expenditure. With exercising, you are detoxifying your body of unwanted wastes and toxins through sweating. One reason you may be itching is because of the release of these unwanted wastes through the skin. This should resolve after exercising and having taken a shower. Another more probable reason is that your blood cells release their histamines, and these mediate the itchy sensation you feel. This should also resolve after exercising. Not everybody has the same reaction to increase physical activity. Good luck!
Reply:If you are having a itching like a sting of a bee it is due to your body releasing histamines. Your pores are opening up and releasing them.
Reply:Itchy pants syndrome? or some other type of allergy? Try wearing cotton pants.
I would recommend consulting a doctor if the problem persists.
Good luck and hopefully you are able to continue exercising!
Reply:could it be you are sweating maybe?? that will make you itch.
Reply:my trainer said that its due to a build up of some kind of acid. If you work out frequently your body eventually sweats it all out. But if you take a break for a week or so it gets built up again. So it is only temporary!
rhododendron
I have a rash on my skin that will not stop itching and have had bathroom issues recently...?
could this be caused by seafood, I recently ate crab two days in a row and it started and then tonight I had a little lobster on my pizza and now I can't stop the itching. I have little itchy hives on the inside of my arms, my hands, stomach, and my legs. I love seafood and shellfish and have never had a problem before. What do you think?
I have a rash on my skin that will not stop itching and have had bathroom issues recently...?
Yes, it is the seafood. Take some benadryl...it will help...might need a couple to start. You should probably limit your seafood intake in the future. If your tongue and throat starts to swell, go to the emergency room for a shot.
Reply:Becareful. I started out doing this and ended up in the hospital getting an IV for a severe allergic reaction. I had never had an reaction either and had seafood twice in one month. I had a reaction both times. I didn't realize the first reaction was caused by the crab I had eaten. The second reaction was really bad also but ended up in the ER both times.
Reply:go to the dr. its a food allergy. best you can do is ice down the rash and take some immodium.
I have a rash on my skin that will not stop itching and have had bathroom issues recently...?
Yes, it is the seafood. Take some benadryl...it will help...might need a couple to start. You should probably limit your seafood intake in the future. If your tongue and throat starts to swell, go to the emergency room for a shot.
Reply:Becareful. I started out doing this and ended up in the hospital getting an IV for a severe allergic reaction. I had never had an reaction either and had seafood twice in one month. I had a reaction both times. I didn't realize the first reaction was caused by the crab I had eaten. The second reaction was really bad also but ended up in the ER both times.
Reply:go to the dr. its a food allergy. best you can do is ice down the rash and take some immodium.
NORTN N,i am confuse,does your answer refer to inflammation and itching of the skin?
if so your advice please.
NORTN N,i am confuse,does your answer refer to inflammation and itching of the skin?
Yes, as to advice, see a Dermotologist, Not a GP. Mine was diagnosed finally with a skin scraping.
After 3 months of treatment I saw significant improvement.
I would call my GP first, and ask for a referral to a dermotologist.
NORTN N,i am confuse,does your answer refer to inflammation and itching of the skin?
Yes, as to advice, see a Dermotologist, Not a GP. Mine was diagnosed finally with a skin scraping.
After 3 months of treatment I saw significant improvement.
I would call my GP first, and ask for a referral to a dermotologist.
In groin area dark, dust like coming, color changing, but no itching. if wet, skin also become thin, jockitc
Do you have stinging pains? If you do, it might be STD of some sort. But don't worry, I'm just giving you the worse case scenario.
But if there's no pain, just irritations, then it might be fungal infection. Dark area means it's inflamed. Fungal infection looks a lot like jock itch. If you don't treat it soon, it can blister and that's irritating.
Use Hydrozole cream and continue using it up til one or two week after the infection clears. however I think hydrozole is prescription only medication. Go to your doctor to have it checked if you really want to be sure.
But if there's no pain, just irritations, then it might be fungal infection. Dark area means it's inflamed. Fungal infection looks a lot like jock itch. If you don't treat it soon, it can blister and that's irritating.
Use Hydrozole cream and continue using it up til one or two week after the infection clears. however I think hydrozole is prescription only medication. Go to your doctor to have it checked if you really want to be sure.
Why does my skin itch whenever I get hot?
Whenever I get hot (in the winter), my skin itches all over. This itching feeling also comes on when I am in a situation that causes my body temperature to increase, say I am in a conversation that makes me anxious / nervous. The itching is mainly concentrated around my feet (below the ankle), hands (wrists) and head (Scalp).
Why does my skin itch whenever I get hot?
hope the link below helps.
Unfortunately it doesnt talk about the itching you experience during a nervous or anxious state
Reply:You have got an allergy of heat.definitely.
Reply:You have skin allergy...
Reply:plz consult a specialist
Reply:Sometimes itching in areas is the result of a yeast infection (candida albicans). One way to see if this may be the cause is to get a tube of antifungal cream, and spread it on one of the areas while you are itching, and see if that makes a difference.
It may take a few minutes, but if it works, and the itching is reduced or eliminated then check out www.hufa.org - the yeast link, to get basic info on candida albicans.
star of bethlehem
Why does my skin itch whenever I get hot?
hope the link below helps.
Unfortunately it doesnt talk about the itching you experience during a nervous or anxious state
Reply:You have got an allergy of heat.definitely.
Reply:You have skin allergy...
Reply:plz consult a specialist
Reply:Sometimes itching in areas is the result of a yeast infection (candida albicans). One way to see if this may be the cause is to get a tube of antifungal cream, and spread it on one of the areas while you are itching, and see if that makes a difference.
It may take a few minutes, but if it works, and the itching is reduced or eliminated then check out www.hufa.org - the yeast link, to get basic info on candida albicans.
star of bethlehem
Why does my skin itch/burn sometimes when it gets wet? (especially after showering or sweating)?
Most often it is a severe burning about 10 minutes after showering, regardless of the water temperature. However a chlorinated spa tub (hot water) seems to relieve it. It does seem to be related to dry skin, however lotion doesn't appear to help. It sometimes makes it worse after applying. Sometimes when not itching, lotion will cause the itch onset. Sweating also seems to bring the itch on.
Why does my skin itch/burn sometimes when it gets wet? (especially after showering or sweating)?
You may have a mild form of urticaria (hives). There is one type, most commonly seen in young men (age approx. 18 to mid 20s) called cholinergic urticaria, which is hives induced by heat. Sweating, warm/hot showers, exercise, strong emotions, anything that raises the core body temperature, can bring out the itching. It usually appears with rash consisting of tiny red bumps, which resolve soon after the body temperature has cooled. Some people find that extremely hot water, like you'd find in a hot tub, actually helps relieve the itch of hives (due to forcing mast cell degranulation), but if you have cholinergic urticaria this can be dangerous, since you can experience a histamine dump from all those mast cells degranulating.
Reply:you should see a allergy specialist for any allergys you may have and also check the components that are in your water there may be a small chance that it could be doing serious harm to your body
Why does my skin itch/burn sometimes when it gets wet? (especially after showering or sweating)?
You may have a mild form of urticaria (hives). There is one type, most commonly seen in young men (age approx. 18 to mid 20s) called cholinergic urticaria, which is hives induced by heat. Sweating, warm/hot showers, exercise, strong emotions, anything that raises the core body temperature, can bring out the itching. It usually appears with rash consisting of tiny red bumps, which resolve soon after the body temperature has cooled. Some people find that extremely hot water, like you'd find in a hot tub, actually helps relieve the itch of hives (due to forcing mast cell degranulation), but if you have cholinergic urticaria this can be dangerous, since you can experience a histamine dump from all those mast cells degranulating.
Reply:you should see a allergy specialist for any allergys you may have and also check the components that are in your water there may be a small chance that it could be doing serious harm to your body
Why is my skin itch when i exercise?
i mean im fine for a little bit but when the asthma kick in and i can't breathe that well i start to itch everywhere.
its not a normal itch it feels like its almost under the skin kind of like prickling, and itching doesn't really help.
it happened last nite for ther first time without exercise i was just getting ready to go to bed and i starting itching like crazy.
Why is my skin itch when i exercise?
Itching is most likely to occur after you walk or run, usually if you have just started to exercise in your lifetime or when you increase your intensity. Blood is being forced so hard through your body that it is able to reach your capillaries which are very small. This causes your capillaries to itch because they have been without blood for a while and they are opening up as the blood is pumped through. If you don't get the blood to the capillaries in your body they will die and turn blue- also called varacose veins. So itching in this case is really really good.
its not a normal itch it feels like its almost under the skin kind of like prickling, and itching doesn't really help.
it happened last nite for ther first time without exercise i was just getting ready to go to bed and i starting itching like crazy.
Why is my skin itch when i exercise?
Itching is most likely to occur after you walk or run, usually if you have just started to exercise in your lifetime or when you increase your intensity. Blood is being forced so hard through your body that it is able to reach your capillaries which are very small. This causes your capillaries to itch because they have been without blood for a while and they are opening up as the blood is pumped through. If you don't get the blood to the capillaries in your body they will die and turn blue- also called varacose veins. So itching in this case is really really good.
Name the internal disorders that are linked to mild persistent itching of the skin.?
Hi there,
Do you have allergies? Also, is there ever little welts or hives on your skin? Any burning? I ask because I suffer with thhe same thing and still don't knwo EXACTLY what is causign it. I do however have allergies to seafood. Sometimes I think I get this way with the itching because I accidentally have seafood in sauces etc.
Name the internal disorders that are linked to mild persistent itching of the skin.?
I know there is some sort of blood condition that pregnant women get that causes their skin to itch.
Reply:Atopic Dermatitis, and allergies are two that I can think of off the top of my head. You should see a dermatologist to see of anything they can do. Since getting treatment for my atopoic dermatitis I've had it under control and I don't have any itching anymore!
Do you have allergies? Also, is there ever little welts or hives on your skin? Any burning? I ask because I suffer with thhe same thing and still don't knwo EXACTLY what is causign it. I do however have allergies to seafood. Sometimes I think I get this way with the itching because I accidentally have seafood in sauces etc.
Name the internal disorders that are linked to mild persistent itching of the skin.?
I know there is some sort of blood condition that pregnant women get that causes their skin to itch.
Reply:Atopic Dermatitis, and allergies are two that I can think of off the top of my head. You should see a dermatologist to see of anything they can do. Since getting treatment for my atopoic dermatitis I've had it under control and I don't have any itching anymore!
I believe my dog to be a Belgium Malinois (Shepard mix?). What are solutions to itching and biting skin?
I believe Pepper to have allergies, but I'm not 100% sure. I've tried switching food, flea medicines, detergents, etc. She constantly itches and bites herself; sometimes causing open sores. She concentrates most on her paws, tail, and privates. The vet only offers benadryl as a solution. It does nothing but make her drowsy. I've tried different anti-itch soaps and sprays. NOTHING WORKS! I feel very bad for her as I could not imagine having to scratch every 5 seconds! Help!
I believe my dog to be a Belgium Malinois (Shepard mix?). What are solutions to itching and biting skin?
Try to figure out what the allergy is too. German shepherds have some problems with food and medicine/flea prevention allergies. If this isn't the problem, try giving your dog a hardboiled egg every couple of days. They are very good for the skin and coat. It could also be seasonal allergies or a reaction to something used to treat the grass in your neighborhood or pollution in the air or shampoos, her dog bed, or the detergent you use on your clothes, or whatever. It could also be dry skin which could be treated with specific shampoos or it could be an infestation like fleas. Another option that might sound silly but I've seen in action is that the dog is acting out an emotional problem. I once cared for a Bichon Frise with the same symptoms and eventually figured out that she became self-destructive, especially pulling the fur off her feet until they bled, over being left for boarding while her family was frequently out of town. If you exhaust all the physical problems (and seriously consider all those possibilities because they are much more likely to be the true cause), you may want to try getting the dog some distractions. Belgian Malinois are notorious for being too smart for their own good. Get some puzzle toys, like the balls that release treats through a maze mechanism so the dog has to bat it around the room for awhile to get the treats out. Also try setting aside some time every day to lavish attention on the dog.
Reply:i suggest eqyys products... i've used them on my dogs before with great results... you can order the products online or look in your local feed store
Reply:I suggest you to take your dog to vet. my dog used to itching and biting skin so took him to vet already so it seem stop. maybe fleas in your dog's skin.
cymbidium
I believe my dog to be a Belgium Malinois (Shepard mix?). What are solutions to itching and biting skin?
Try to figure out what the allergy is too. German shepherds have some problems with food and medicine/flea prevention allergies. If this isn't the problem, try giving your dog a hardboiled egg every couple of days. They are very good for the skin and coat. It could also be seasonal allergies or a reaction to something used to treat the grass in your neighborhood or pollution in the air or shampoos, her dog bed, or the detergent you use on your clothes, or whatever. It could also be dry skin which could be treated with specific shampoos or it could be an infestation like fleas. Another option that might sound silly but I've seen in action is that the dog is acting out an emotional problem. I once cared for a Bichon Frise with the same symptoms and eventually figured out that she became self-destructive, especially pulling the fur off her feet until they bled, over being left for boarding while her family was frequently out of town. If you exhaust all the physical problems (and seriously consider all those possibilities because they are much more likely to be the true cause), you may want to try getting the dog some distractions. Belgian Malinois are notorious for being too smart for their own good. Get some puzzle toys, like the balls that release treats through a maze mechanism so the dog has to bat it around the room for awhile to get the treats out. Also try setting aside some time every day to lavish attention on the dog.
Reply:i suggest eqyys products... i've used them on my dogs before with great results... you can order the products online or look in your local feed store
Reply:I suggest you to take your dog to vet. my dog used to itching and biting skin so took him to vet already so it seem stop. maybe fleas in your dog's skin.
cymbidium
Does it ever feel like your blood is itching under your skin to get out into the open ?
Yea, but it eventually comes out about once a month.
Does it ever feel like your blood is itching under your skin to get out into the open ?
no
Reply:How much did u take luv?
Reply:sumtimes
Reply:Um....No lol
Reply:not lately no
Reply:No. You're emo. This is an urge to cut yourself. You need to see a psychologist. Although, if your hair was emo, you'd save money because it would cut itself.
Reply:Only for people doing meth
Reply:no
Reply:yeah
i hate that
its the urge to cut and i hate it soo much.
i hate that i cant quit.
Reply:Could be an STD!!
Reply:I sort of know what you mean, but if it happens often that might be sort of emo, or masochistic...
Reply:No. But since I can't sleep, every day at 2am it starts to feel like my bones are trying to get out of my legs or like my blood is on fire. Uncomfortable.
Reply:only when there are bugs under there
I hate when there are bugs covering me
Reply:Ummmmm No I cant say that I have ever felt that way! Your not a cutter are you? Thats what i heard one girl at school compare it too and she is a cutter! Thats some scary stuff now!
Reply:ummmm, yeahhhh, soooooo - that's really deep. Answer is no
Reply:sounds like your on acid
Reply:yeah and i tich it and i cant find the itch and it drives me crazy lol!!!!!!
Reply:yes and when it does i stab myself with a kitchen fork until it all comes out... gosh you little emo
Reply:yes sometimes
Reply:No, Doctor Blanket.
Negative.
Reply:One time when I was on acid it did....my face looked green too....
Reply:Only when my heart is broken by the one I truly love.
Reply:do you need me to hug you?
cuz ill do it lady
ah come here you *hugs the hell outtah you*
Reply:Quick, back to the psychiatric ward before they miss you.
Reply:what are you on...and where can i get some?
Reply:Actually came through the pores in my left hand twice, scary!
Reply:OMG, Michael is crazy for naming his son Blanket, haha.
But anyway, No, I have never felt that way, but now that I think about it....
Reply:Um, no...
See a doctor...
Reply:NO___ BUT IF YOU FEEL THAT WAY MAYBE ITS TIME FOR YOU TO GO TO THE HOSIPITAL OR GET A PROFESSIONAL OPINION
Reply:no
Does it ever feel like your blood is itching under your skin to get out into the open ?
no
Reply:How much did u take luv?
Reply:sumtimes
Reply:Um....No lol
Reply:not lately no
Reply:No. You're emo. This is an urge to cut yourself. You need to see a psychologist. Although, if your hair was emo, you'd save money because it would cut itself.
Reply:Only for people doing meth
Reply:no
Reply:yeah
i hate that
its the urge to cut and i hate it soo much.
i hate that i cant quit.
Reply:Could be an STD!!
Reply:I sort of know what you mean, but if it happens often that might be sort of emo, or masochistic...
Reply:No. But since I can't sleep, every day at 2am it starts to feel like my bones are trying to get out of my legs or like my blood is on fire. Uncomfortable.
Reply:only when there are bugs under there
I hate when there are bugs covering me
Reply:Ummmmm No I cant say that I have ever felt that way! Your not a cutter are you? Thats what i heard one girl at school compare it too and she is a cutter! Thats some scary stuff now!
Reply:ummmm, yeahhhh, soooooo - that's really deep. Answer is no
Reply:sounds like your on acid
Reply:yeah and i tich it and i cant find the itch and it drives me crazy lol!!!!!!
Reply:yes and when it does i stab myself with a kitchen fork until it all comes out... gosh you little emo
Reply:yes sometimes
Reply:No, Doctor Blanket.
Negative.
Reply:One time when I was on acid it did....my face looked green too....
Reply:Only when my heart is broken by the one I truly love.
Reply:do you need me to hug you?
cuz ill do it lady
ah come here you *hugs the hell outtah you*
Reply:Quick, back to the psychiatric ward before they miss you.
Reply:what are you on...and where can i get some?
Reply:Actually came through the pores in my left hand twice, scary!
Reply:OMG, Michael is crazy for naming his son Blanket, haha.
But anyway, No, I have never felt that way, but now that I think about it....
Reply:Um, no...
See a doctor...
Reply:NO___ BUT IF YOU FEEL THAT WAY MAYBE ITS TIME FOR YOU TO GO TO THE HOSIPITAL OR GET A PROFESSIONAL OPINION
Reply:no
I have hyperthyroidism does anyone suffer from excessive itching of the skin and what can i use to relieve it
I have Graves Disease, which is a more severe thyroid disorder; nonetheless, I still have horrible dry skin...so much so that the heels of my feet actually snag my panty hose when I put them on. I also have have deep cracked skin on my lower shins. What I have found to be helpful is Eucerin and also shea butter. But it must be applied a few times a day...right after a shower is a good time. I wish you relief! Happy New Year!
I have hyperthyroidism does anyone suffer from excessive itching of the skin and what can i use to relieve it
i have that ..please let me know if you get a good answer
Reply:A friend of mine has this and she uses soaps and lotions made for babies with eczema and it seems to help with the itching.
Reply:I hope that you are on medication for hyperthyroid.... if you are, it should stop this from happening. I have it as well and this symptom stopped once I took my medication regularly.
I have hyperthyroidism does anyone suffer from excessive itching of the skin and what can i use to relieve it
i have that ..please let me know if you get a good answer
Reply:A friend of mine has this and she uses soaps and lotions made for babies with eczema and it seems to help with the itching.
Reply:I hope that you are on medication for hyperthyroid.... if you are, it should stop this from happening. I have it as well and this symptom stopped once I took my medication regularly.
Pls help. Lately i have been having severe itching and cracked skin on my groin, armpits and back of my ears.?
My scalp too was itchy. It was dry and flaky. No pills, just need home remedies to work with.
Pls help. Lately i have been having severe itching and cracked skin on my groin, armpits and back of my ears.?
Best advice is to go to a dermatologist but it sounds like bed bugs or some sort of dermatitis.
Reply:Thank you %26amp; good luck. Report It
Reply:go see a dermatologist. are you sure you don't have dandruff?
serve itching is not normal and if you want relief get off the computor and go to cvs and get some itching or dry skin cream. then i would go to the doctor. i dont think theres any home remedies to work with if you want results.
Pls help. Lately i have been having severe itching and cracked skin on my groin, armpits and back of my ears.?
Best advice is to go to a dermatologist but it sounds like bed bugs or some sort of dermatitis.
Reply:Thank you %26amp; good luck. Report It
Reply:go see a dermatologist. are you sure you don't have dandruff?
serve itching is not normal and if you want relief get off the computor and go to cvs and get some itching or dry skin cream. then i would go to the doctor. i dont think theres any home remedies to work with if you want results.
Why does my skin itch so much especially when iam fast asleep?
Over the last three months, my skin has been itching alot, most especially when iam asleep. Sometimes the itching even wakes me up from sleep and when i scratch, the itchy areas swell up like mosquito bites. After a few days, the swellings go down again. I feel perfectly fine except for this itching. Some times are worse than others. I thought i was reacting to something like food or insects or even flowers since it is spring in europe and it is my first time to experince spring in europe. Sometimes the itching almost totally disappears and my skin clears but then it starts itching again. What could it be?
Why does my skin itch so much especially when iam fast asleep?
You have hives.
First, since you have been suffering with urticaria (hives) for over 6 weeks, they are now considered chronic.. One reason the hives are occurring at night is because that is when our cortisol levels are at their lowest, and most chronic hivers find they are worst at night, and some even hive only at night.
Another problem which causes hiving to worsen at night is that people often have their bodies too warm, and heat is a known mast cell degranulator - mast cells are a special type of immune system cell which contain a bunch of different chemicals, including histamine, which is what causes hives and itching. When mast cells degranulate, they release those chemicals, and being too hot will cause that to happen. Try to sleep in a cool room with minimal covers, that may help.
Third, since you are getting the hives mainly on your chest and back, it is possible the hives are pressure-related. Just the act of lying in bed all night can bring on pressure hives.
Have you tried taking an antihistamine? For people with chronic urticaria, some antihistamines, such as Ketotifen or Zyrtec, seem to work better than others. And many of us are prescribed off-label dosing, higher than what is used for simple allergies. Plus adding an H2 antihistamine such as Zantac, Tagamet or Pepcid may give you better control of the hives. Some hivers also need a leukotriene blocker (Singulair, Accolate, Zyflo). Others find that adding a mast cell stabilizer (cromolyn, or Ketotifen, which is also an antihistamine) is very helpful. Approx. half of all chronic urticaria sufferers are autoimmune, and for them a course of Cyclosporine can force a remission.
There is a recipe at the www.chronichives.com website for a lotion you can make using cromolyn which soothes the itchies and calms the rash. And for even more suggestions and information about chronic hives, check out the urticaria support group at yahoo groups - http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/urt...
Your best bet is to see an allergist/immunologist; they have the most experience in dealing with chronic urticaria. They (usually) know what tests to run, what to rule out, and which meds to use based on what type of chronic urticaria you have.
Reply:Dry skin.
A great moisturizer for dry skin is Aveeno. It has no perfume in it.
Reply:bed bugs...get a new mattress or new cover sheets.
Reply:Try putting lotion on before bed
Reply:could be bed bugs
Reply:you are probably hot and when your'e hot you are hot you are gonna sweat and you get sweaty and sticky and you start to itch
Reply:Did You Change Your Laundry Soap?
Reply:could be you have bed bugs, i would try washing ur sheets every once in a while
Reply:how old are you, r u around 30, 40, 50, just turned?
Reply:You might want to inspect your itchy areas and see if there are bites of any sorts...you might have scabies or something..I know that sounds gross, but its a mite that burrows under your skin and lays eggs which causes itching..and it may itch more at night causce you aren't as active and more aware of other stimuli...
Anyway...it's a commono problem, most people just don't talk about it..or you could be allergive to something..have you started using a diff kind of detergent or anything....try moisturizing your skin..that might also do the trick..
If yousee that they look like bug bites..I would get to the doctor to get treated..
Reply:More than likely you have a host of things going on at once.
You may be experiencing a reaction to food or foliage and it may be too that your skin is dry. Please drink plenty of water to hydrate yourself and your skin and try a cream for dry, chapped skin.
If you've exhausted all avenues of choice, please see a Dermatologist, as the Doctor will be able to guide you along further.
Have a lovely rest of the day.
Reply:It sounds like bed bugs or an allergy to some detergent you are using . If you recently stayed in a hotel , you may have brought bed bugs home;or, have you changed your laundry detergent lately? Use Gold Bond powder to stop the itching and see a doctor if it does not clear up. If it is bed bugs-get rid of the bed %26amp; bedding .
Reply:try switching laundry detergents you could have a allerigic reaction to what you already use Or have you recently switched to another detergent! you may also try putting fresh sheets on your bed every couple days!! could be the bed bugs!!
Reply:it sounds like you`ve got bedbugs.These little creatures will inhabit the cleanest looking areas you could ever imagine including suitcases and drawers.
You must take the mattress outside into the sunlight, turning over every couple hours along with thumping it. wash the pillows and blankets in a hot wash with plenty of eucalyptus (if blankets are pure wool make the water cooler) then you need to spray all around and under the bed with the same spray , wipe all unsprayable surfaces with similar and thoroughly vacuuming everything you can (this sucks them up) make sure you empty the cleaner into a trash can asap or they`ll crawl out( they are tiny tiny)
If you are staying with a host and you are embarrased to try or suggest this then try this, just before you go to bed rub insect repellent, or lavender cream or vapour rub cream into the areas that they bite the most.The smell will repel them for a while.
Eat lots of fresh garlic, not as effective but can help, mind you your friends may disappear too..........
Another reason can be from cats and dogs which can carry tiny tiny itchy mite, the same rules apply plus wash the animal.
Keep your hands and fingernails hygienically clean as you itch anywhere bacteria from under them can make sores develop
Are you a diabetic? get tested
Reply:could be scabies.
scabies burrow under the skin and come out at night.
That is when you itch.
Very easy to diagnose just go to a dermatologist.
If that is what you have he/she will prescribed a topical cream
to apply.
Reply:My sister had a similar problem, except I don't know about the hives part. She went through the doctor and was diagnosed with scabies, and went through the treatment for that.
She also was diagnosed with ringworm, and went through the treatment for that.
She still itches, and uses Lubriderm all the time.
I personally think she has a systemic yeast infection (candida), as that can do it too.
However, it can be an allergic reaction. If you consult a doctor, find one who does believe in systemic yeast infections, so he/she will do the proper tests to rule that out. Systemic yeast infections have been said to happen in 30% of adults.
orchid
Why does my skin itch so much especially when iam fast asleep?
You have hives.
First, since you have been suffering with urticaria (hives) for over 6 weeks, they are now considered chronic.. One reason the hives are occurring at night is because that is when our cortisol levels are at their lowest, and most chronic hivers find they are worst at night, and some even hive only at night.
Another problem which causes hiving to worsen at night is that people often have their bodies too warm, and heat is a known mast cell degranulator - mast cells are a special type of immune system cell which contain a bunch of different chemicals, including histamine, which is what causes hives and itching. When mast cells degranulate, they release those chemicals, and being too hot will cause that to happen. Try to sleep in a cool room with minimal covers, that may help.
Third, since you are getting the hives mainly on your chest and back, it is possible the hives are pressure-related. Just the act of lying in bed all night can bring on pressure hives.
Have you tried taking an antihistamine? For people with chronic urticaria, some antihistamines, such as Ketotifen or Zyrtec, seem to work better than others. And many of us are prescribed off-label dosing, higher than what is used for simple allergies. Plus adding an H2 antihistamine such as Zantac, Tagamet or Pepcid may give you better control of the hives. Some hivers also need a leukotriene blocker (Singulair, Accolate, Zyflo). Others find that adding a mast cell stabilizer (cromolyn, or Ketotifen, which is also an antihistamine) is very helpful. Approx. half of all chronic urticaria sufferers are autoimmune, and for them a course of Cyclosporine can force a remission.
There is a recipe at the www.chronichives.com website for a lotion you can make using cromolyn which soothes the itchies and calms the rash. And for even more suggestions and information about chronic hives, check out the urticaria support group at yahoo groups - http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/urt...
Your best bet is to see an allergist/immunologist; they have the most experience in dealing with chronic urticaria. They (usually) know what tests to run, what to rule out, and which meds to use based on what type of chronic urticaria you have.
Reply:Dry skin.
A great moisturizer for dry skin is Aveeno. It has no perfume in it.
Reply:bed bugs...get a new mattress or new cover sheets.
Reply:Try putting lotion on before bed
Reply:could be bed bugs
Reply:you are probably hot and when your'e hot you are hot you are gonna sweat and you get sweaty and sticky and you start to itch
Reply:Did You Change Your Laundry Soap?
Reply:could be you have bed bugs, i would try washing ur sheets every once in a while
Reply:how old are you, r u around 30, 40, 50, just turned?
Reply:You might want to inspect your itchy areas and see if there are bites of any sorts...you might have scabies or something..I know that sounds gross, but its a mite that burrows under your skin and lays eggs which causes itching..and it may itch more at night causce you aren't as active and more aware of other stimuli...
Anyway...it's a commono problem, most people just don't talk about it..or you could be allergive to something..have you started using a diff kind of detergent or anything....try moisturizing your skin..that might also do the trick..
If yousee that they look like bug bites..I would get to the doctor to get treated..
Reply:More than likely you have a host of things going on at once.
You may be experiencing a reaction to food or foliage and it may be too that your skin is dry. Please drink plenty of water to hydrate yourself and your skin and try a cream for dry, chapped skin.
If you've exhausted all avenues of choice, please see a Dermatologist, as the Doctor will be able to guide you along further.
Have a lovely rest of the day.
Reply:It sounds like bed bugs or an allergy to some detergent you are using . If you recently stayed in a hotel , you may have brought bed bugs home;or, have you changed your laundry detergent lately? Use Gold Bond powder to stop the itching and see a doctor if it does not clear up. If it is bed bugs-get rid of the bed %26amp; bedding .
Reply:try switching laundry detergents you could have a allerigic reaction to what you already use Or have you recently switched to another detergent! you may also try putting fresh sheets on your bed every couple days!! could be the bed bugs!!
Reply:it sounds like you`ve got bedbugs.These little creatures will inhabit the cleanest looking areas you could ever imagine including suitcases and drawers.
You must take the mattress outside into the sunlight, turning over every couple hours along with thumping it. wash the pillows and blankets in a hot wash with plenty of eucalyptus (if blankets are pure wool make the water cooler) then you need to spray all around and under the bed with the same spray , wipe all unsprayable surfaces with similar and thoroughly vacuuming everything you can (this sucks them up) make sure you empty the cleaner into a trash can asap or they`ll crawl out( they are tiny tiny)
If you are staying with a host and you are embarrased to try or suggest this then try this, just before you go to bed rub insect repellent, or lavender cream or vapour rub cream into the areas that they bite the most.The smell will repel them for a while.
Eat lots of fresh garlic, not as effective but can help, mind you your friends may disappear too..........
Another reason can be from cats and dogs which can carry tiny tiny itchy mite, the same rules apply plus wash the animal.
Keep your hands and fingernails hygienically clean as you itch anywhere bacteria from under them can make sores develop
Are you a diabetic? get tested
Reply:could be scabies.
scabies burrow under the skin and come out at night.
That is when you itch.
Very easy to diagnose just go to a dermatologist.
If that is what you have he/she will prescribed a topical cream
to apply.
Reply:My sister had a similar problem, except I don't know about the hives part. She went through the doctor and was diagnosed with scabies, and went through the treatment for that.
She also was diagnosed with ringworm, and went through the treatment for that.
She still itches, and uses Lubriderm all the time.
I personally think she has a systemic yeast infection (candida), as that can do it too.
However, it can be an allergic reaction. If you consult a doctor, find one who does believe in systemic yeast infections, so he/she will do the proper tests to rule that out. Systemic yeast infections have been said to happen in 30% of adults.
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