Summary. A neurological itch (a.k.a. neuropathic itch) is caused by injury to nerve fibers in the brain, spinal cord, skin, or other parts of the body. Unlike many other types of itch, neuropathic itches often involve nerve pain and often get more intense the more you scratch. Is itching aRead More →
People may have a reddish purple rash of tiny dots or larger splotches, caused by bleeding from small blood vessels in the skin. If the liver function has been impaired for a long time, people may itch all over, and small yellow bumps of fat can be deposited in theRead More →
Common Skin Conditions Linked to Diabetes. Itching skin, also called pruritus, can have many causes, such as dry skin, poor blood flow, or a yeast infection. When itching is caused by poor blood flow, you’ll likely feel it in your lower legs and feet. What are the 3 most commonRead More →
Proper Use Wash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine. Apply approximately 1/2 of the ointment from the single-use tube directly from the tube into one nostril. … Close your nostrils by pressing the sides of the nose together and then releasing them. … ThrowRead More →
Apply a cold compress, such as ice cubes wrapped in a washcloth, to the itchy skin several times a day—unless cold triggers your hives. Use anti-itch medication that you can buy without a prescription, such as an antihistamine or calamine lotion. Can you make hives worse by scratching? Rubbing orRead More →
Symptoms Severe pain that might worsen when gripping or squeezing or moving your hand. Swelling. Tenderness. Bruising. Obvious deformity, such as a crooked finger. Stiffness or inability to move your fingers or thumb. Numbness in your hand or fingers. Can a broken hand heal on its own? A broken handRead More →