
Hello Doctor I Have An Issue That Whenever I Scratch

Regarding itching, dry skin and possible contact allergic dermatitis
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have gone through your query and noted your concern.
You seem to be having dry skin. Dry skin is usually itchy and you could also be having sensitivity to nickel which is commonly present in metallic items like watches.. I suggest you to use a bland moisturizer e.g paraffin based or petrolatum based. In addition to that you may also take an oral antihistamine e.g cetirizine 10mg tablet once a day for a few days for symptomatic relief from itching. If you develop localized itching at sites in contact with potential allergens like nickel e.g in wrist watch or belly buttons, you may use a moderately potent topical steroid e.g either fluticasone propionate cream or triamcinolone acetonide cream, twice daily. These are prescription drugs.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance.


Regarding atopy
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Marks should fade over time gradually. My advice is to prevent further itching and scratching. You seem to have a dry skin which is one of the manifestatioms of underlying atopy or allergy. There is no link whatsoever to increased incidence to any malignancy with atopy.
Take care.

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