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Why Do I Have Extreme Itchiness After My Skin Comes In Contact With Water?
Question: I have extreme itchiness after my skin comes in contact with water from washing my face to showers. I have used different water at different locations and I have changed soaps or used no soap. The itchiness lasts 20-45 minutes. I take Benadryl to ease it but it doesn't seem to work. Been going on for months.
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Brief Answer:
Aquagenic pruritus, get complete blood count, take antihistaminic
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have gone through your complaints and you seem to be having aquagenic pruritus.
I would recommend you to get your complete blood count done to check for any abnormality.
Also take antihistaminic like tablet Cetirizine 10 mg twice daily for few days.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Asmeet
Aquagenic pruritus, get complete blood count, take antihistaminic
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have gone through your complaints and you seem to be having aquagenic pruritus.
I would recommend you to get your complete blood count done to check for any abnormality.
Also take antihistaminic like tablet Cetirizine 10 mg twice daily for few days.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Asmeet
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