Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Itching All Over The Body?

My mother is 60 and diabetic. Her random sugar is 258 even though she has been taking Glimisave M2. She has been suffering from itching all over her body for the past week or so. There are no apparent lesions or marks on her body because of the itching.. Please let me know what can be done.
Thu, 4 Dec 2014
Report Abuse
Dermatologist,  's  Response
Diabetic patients are prone to get quite a few skin diseases.
As there are no apparent lesions, for the time being she can be started on antihistamine tablets like cetrizine/loratidine for approximately 10 days.
Also, avoid long frequent hot showers. Keep the body properly moisturised.Dryness can aggravate the itching. Use a sensitive cleanser while bathing like cetaphil.
If she develops any apparent lesions, visit a dermatologist for further evaluation.
I find this answer helpful
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Itching All Over The Body?

Diabetic patients are prone to get quite a few skin diseases. As there are no apparent lesions, for the time being she can be started on antihistamine tablets like cetrizine/loratidine for approximately 10 days. Also, avoid long frequent hot showers. Keep the body properly moisturised.Dryness can aggravate the itching. Use a sensitive cleanser while bathing like cetaphil. If she develops any apparent lesions, visit a dermatologist for further evaluation.