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What Causes Itching Sensation All Over Body?

I have been itching all over for 4 days. can not sleep, have not changed laundry detergent, or shower gel. I do nit use hot water, only warm. I've changed sheets, washed mattress cover. I have been taking Benedryl, 2 at a time but to not much relief. Ofcourse, I've been wetting myself down with moisture creams. I am going thru a LOT of stress right now. could that be it?
posted on Thu, 7 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itching sensation all over body, well this is body's response to any external stimuli that irritates skin. It could sometimes occurs due to contact dermatitis, allergic reaction and severe eczema. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to immediately consult dermatologist or doctor for proper evaluation of the condition and treatment. Doctor may perform skin test and patch test to find extent of infection. Doctor can give adrenaline injection. For now take over the counter antihistamine drug like benadryl , give cold compresses to affected area several times and apply cream containing steroids . Maintain hygiene completely.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Itching Sensation All Over Body?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itching sensation all over body, well this is body s response to any external stimuli that irritates skin. It could sometimes occurs due to contact dermatitis, allergic reaction and severe eczema. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to immediately consult dermatologist or doctor for proper evaluation of the condition and treatment. Doctor may perform skin test and patch test to find extent of infection. Doctor can give adrenaline injection. For now take over the counter antihistamine drug like benadryl , give cold compresses to affected area several times and apply cream containing steroids . Maintain hygiene completely. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari