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What Causes Severe Itching In The Arms?
My arm is itching very bad. There is no break out or rash. Has been doing this for months. It is almost unbearable. Ive used Benadryl cream and actually taken Benadryl tablets, tried cortisone. It feels that it itches under the skin. and its in the same area always from elbow to wrist on left arm. I feel silly going to dr for that but its so bad I cant sleep.
Tue, 4 Dec 2018
Hello,
The symptoms are consistent with eczema.
You can take drugs like Pheniramine for itching.
You can also apply topical steroids for symptomatic relief.
If symptoms persist better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
The symptoms are consistent with eczema.
You can take drugs like Pheniramine for itching.
You can also apply topical steroids for symptomatic relief.
If symptoms persist better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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