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What Causes Intense Itching On Palms And Soles Post Intake Of Food?
Recently I have begun to have intense itching after eating. Also I have bad itching at night even when I don t eat after six pm. It s intense on my palms and soles. It occurs also under my arms on the front and back of my torso and my upper legs. I find that if I don t eat a lot or if I cut sugar and simple carbs out I seem to be a little less itchy. Do u have any ideas what this could be?
Your symptoms are indicative of allergic reaction. It can also occur due to diabetic neuropathy, cirrhosis (primary biliary cirrhosis), nerve disorders, etc. Other medical conditions that can cause similar symptoms are scabies, eczema or dry skin. You can apply ice packs or cold compression in the areas affected. It will give relief. Applying hydrocortisone ointment on the affected area effectively reduces itching. Taking antihistamine at bed time will give relief.
Take care of your hygiene and keep the affected areas moisturized with a good herbal lotion that is water based. Corticosteroids are effective and heal the symptoms, take it after consultation and clinical examination. You may be recommended treatment by ultraviolet light therapy.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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What Causes Intense Itching On Palms And Soles Post Intake Of Food?
Hello, Your symptoms are indicative of allergic reaction. It can also occur due to diabetic neuropathy, cirrhosis (primary biliary cirrhosis), nerve disorders, etc. Other medical conditions that can cause similar symptoms are scabies, eczema or dry skin. You can apply ice packs or cold compression in the areas affected. It will give relief. Applying hydrocortisone ointment on the affected area effectively reduces itching. Taking antihistamine at bed time will give relief. Take care of your hygiene and keep the affected areas moisturized with a good herbal lotion that is water based. Corticosteroids are effective and heal the symptoms, take it after consultation and clinical examination. You may be recommended treatment by ultraviolet light therapy. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician