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What Causes Severe Itching On The Scalp, Arms And Legs?
I have had itching on my scalp, arms and legs for a while now. My hair is now thinning. I haven t noticed anything different in the look of my skin and haven t felt any bumps or anything on my hair. I am very worried about the hair thinning and loss. Every time I comb or wash my hair there are numerous hairs in my wide tooth comb.
As a first line management, you can apply low potency steroid creams like betamethasone for symptomatic relief. If the lesion persists, it is better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated.
You can also take antihistamines like pheniramine for itching.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Severe Itching On The Scalp, Arms And Legs?
Hello, As a first line management, you can apply low potency steroid creams like betamethasone for symptomatic relief. If the lesion persists, it is better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated. You can also take antihistamines like pheniramine for itching. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician