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My Question Is About Itchy Skin. I Am A 75
Question: My question is about itchy skin. I am a 75 year old active and healthy cattle rancher and pilot. (Just for some background.) In about February of this year, I noticed that my torso began to show little bumps just under the skin, and it itched. My thighs, back of the knees, and ankles are now itchy too. I do enjoy white wine, so I am wondering if the sulfites in wine might be a problem. Also, for blood pressure control, I used to take 40mg benicar, but my doctor switched me to olmesarten 40mg in March 2018. The itching seems to be following the areas where my elastic in lingerie and socks touches my skin. Can a person just become allergic to elastic????? I have always worn underwear with elastic,. with no such results. So, I'm asking you if any of this sounds familiar. I am using a stiff bristled hairbrush to relieve the itching. Is there a skin lotion that might do the trick? I hope that you can give me some answers. Thank you, XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
Brief Answer:
Atopic dermatitis suspected
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
I think you may be suffering from atopic dermatitis that is a skin condition that makes skin itchy and rash.
A photo can help me confirm this diagnosis.
You should avoid different creams you may be using or medical creams. Also wash the are with a gentle soap.
Avoid socks and underwater that contain this kind of elastic.
Use a corticosteroid cream to reduce itching.
Don't scratch area because it may get infected.
Use antihistamines such benadryl or citerizine for itching and rash.
You also can use oral corticosteroids.
Keep are clean to avoid getting infected.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Atopic dermatitis suspected
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
I think you may be suffering from atopic dermatitis that is a skin condition that makes skin itchy and rash.
A photo can help me confirm this diagnosis.
You should avoid different creams you may be using or medical creams. Also wash the are with a gentle soap.
Avoid socks and underwater that contain this kind of elastic.
Use a corticosteroid cream to reduce itching.
Don't scratch area because it may get infected.
Use antihistamines such benadryl or citerizine for itching and rash.
You also can use oral corticosteroids.
Keep are clean to avoid getting infected.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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