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What Causes Itching On Skin From Scalp To Feet ?

Trying to figure out what could be going on with my skin or result of something more serious. For the pass two-three weeks my skin as itched from my scalp to the bottom of my feet. No new soap or detergent. But now when there is hard pressure on my hand or feet , after carrying a bucket or open a jar , a few seconds later get a burning sensation. Any idea??
Mon, 30 Apr 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

As per your case history of generalized itching, my treatment advice is:
1. Avoid fast food and food with artificial colors for 2 months.
2. Apply a soothing lotion like Calamine lotion on affected region twice daily.
3. Take an antihistamine medication like levocetirizine twice daily for 7 to 10 days.
4. Other treatment options are an oral antibiotic, and oral steroid taken only after consulting a dermatologist.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Harshit Bhachech
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What Causes Itching On Skin From Scalp To Feet ?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As per your case history of generalized itching, my treatment advice is: 1. Avoid fast food and food with artificial colors for 2 months. 2. Apply a soothing lotion like Calamine lotion on affected region twice daily. 3. Take an antihistamine medication like levocetirizine twice daily for 7 to 10 days. 4. Other treatment options are an oral antibiotic, and oral steroid taken only after consulting a dermatologist. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Harshit Bhachech