itchy skin?

Question

Usually only when I'm tired my skin itches and where I scratch raised red lines appear, sometimes bumps. It disappears within half an hour or so, is not dry and the skin recovers completely.

It can appear anywhere on my body, though most common is shoulders and thighs and back. Could this be something to do with the pill? I have been on it (microgynon) for a year, but this only appeared about 4 months ago. It isn't my washing powder, and I don't eat much dairy. I haven't changed my diet drastically either???!

Answer 1

Maybe it's hives - these pop up quickly & can go down again just as quickly. These can be caused by allergies but also stress. Do you get what looks like nettle rash - this is what hives looks like? Try taking an antihistamine if this is what it is.

Answer 2

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itchy skin?
Usually only when I'm tired my skin itches and where I scratch raised red lines appear, sometimes bumps. It disappears within half an hour or so, is not dry and the skin recovers completely.

It can appear anywhere on my body, though most common is shoulders and thighs and back. Could this...

Answer 3

Sounds like eczema. It is basically a skin condition which the skin becomes irritated by something which can range from air temperature to allergies to the type of water you have. It is generally not a big issue since the symptoms go away within a short period of time. You should try some over-the-counter medications for eczema from you local pharmacy. They usually are creams or lotions. This should help.

Answer 4

I have the same problem as you are experiencing. Although I do have dry skin as well. I was given an answer on here which I will pass on to you and that is to put a capful of olive oil into your favourite shower cream/gel (before using, shake really well). I tried this and found it fantastic. I have not suffered half as much with itchy skin and I have been doing this for about a week. Try it, you have nothing to lose, but everything to gain. It worked for me

Answer 5

Have you considered whether it could be stress related? Maybe just when you are starting to relax and then for a short while your mind goes into overdrive and creates subconcious stress.

I work in the skin care industry and what you are describing was happening to me. I was able to control the itching using one of our products but not understanding the cause was driving me crazy. Eventually I put two and two together.

I should ad that I now try to control the stress with simple relaxation techniques that work for me most of the time

Best of luck

Peter

Answer 6

Most likely stress-induced. Of course, avoid scratching it. It may not appear dry but it may still need moisturizers. Try Aveeno. Dairy has no connection. Although, certain foods may also cause this. But your symptoms are not generalized pruritus/itchiness. Seek a dermatologist

Answer 7

ihi i have the same kind of problem and i was recommended to use aveeno oil you pour it in the bath or shower you can get it at chemists and you can also get the lotion it soothes the skin and believe me it works as my skin would bleed with itching i would also look at soap powder and bath products as they could be causing the problem as well

Answer 8

It has been known to occur when people are under stress, either conscience or unconscious. But it might just be that your body is short of vitamins or protein

Answer 9

Not sure what it is but you could use E45 cream it soothes almost all itches.
I hope this helps and you find out the cause

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