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Suggest Treatment For Severe Itching On Legs And Arms
I have intense itching mostly arms and legs to the extent of scratching my skin off causing sores. I ve tried different anti itch lotions but they are loll so temporary. It s wearing on ny nerves. And causing unsightly abrasions . I ve been to a dermatologist gave me prednisone and told me to cut my fingernails and sent me on my way.
Mon, 20 Jul 2015
please mention ur age..itching on the extremities can be due to a variety of causes..use dermadew soap for bathing, apply venusia lotion twice daily on the arms and legs, take levocetrizine 5 mg at bedtime
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