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Posted 4/18/2013 11:24 AM (GMT 0)
Hello folks,
I haven't been here in a few months. anyway my wife has developed a new symptom. . . . horrible itching. it is bilateral and worsens at night. Has anyone had this symptom or know what to do. I did read on the net that this is definitely a symptom of Fibro and that creams and lotions don't help. So far that appears to be true. Can anyone help, she is out of her mind with this new thing, she now has pain all over, sleepless nights, tingling in her extremities and ITCHING!!! Thanks so much in advance.
Chuck
Posted 4/18/2013 11:54 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Chuck,

What a wonderfully supportive husband you are. This forum is a good place to be. I've had severe itching for years and I recently learned what works best for me. I read about it in a book titled The Highly Sensative Person's Survival Guide. The product that is suppose to help burning and itching is sesame oil, not the kind that's used for cooking but an organic product used for massage that can be purchased at health food stores or online. It has a pleasant smell and it helps!

What has also helped me too is my bamboo sheets, wearing clothing that doesn't itch, Seventh Generation Laundry Detergent and a bath soap for sensitive skin. I buy the Walmart brand called Equate body wash.
Posted 4/18/2013 12:13 PM (GMT 0)
I don't necessarily get the 'fibro itching,' but live in a very cold climate, and every year, my skin gets very, very dry. I find, like almost medfree, that oil helps more than lotions or creams. In fact, some lotions and creams can make things worse. I like to use olive oil, as it seems to provide a protective layer. Maybe your wife could try just a little bit at first, to see how it goes.

Chuck: How nice and thoughtful you are to help your wife! Have a great day. :-)
Posted 4/18/2013 12:19 PM (GMT 0)
Chuck,

Dermatologist told me only to use dove bar soap, no scrubbies or wash cloths to wash with, jsut the soap and a hand..and then slather on johnsons baby lotion BEFORE you dry off..let is kind of soak in a bit, then pat skin lightly to dry, don't rub it..

I am incredibly dry in winter times too, and this helps a lot!

Hope she feels better soon, and kudos to you for trying to help :)
Posted 4/18/2013 2:20 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you everyone for the suggestions. I did read on the net that Hydroxizine helps with the itching and since she has a prescription already she is trying that. She is also stopping her Zinc supplement on the outside chance that could be making her itch. I don't think or feel like I am doing anything special, I'm just trying to help Maggie deal with this horrible condition. If you folks knew my wife, you would understand how lucky I am to have such a loving wife! Thank you for the nice compliments, I appreciate them.
Thanks again,
Chuck
:-)
Posted 4/18/2013 11:06 PM (GMT 0)
For my itching attacks I use two benadryl, ice packs, and hydrocortizone cream.
I also use Dove extra mosturizing lotion, dove sensitive soap, All Free & Clear Detergent, Downey Free & Clear, and my shampoo is very gentle too.

She needs to avoid very hot showers or getting very hot. These set off itching attacks with me.
Posted 4/20/2013 8:06 AM (GMT 0)
Does your wife take any medications that could affect her liver? All over body itching can be an early sign of abnormal liver function. My SIL has to take medicine for her autoimmune diseases and she has a lot of itching.

Sarna www.sarna-skincare.com/ is good for itching. it stinks and makes my nose run (allergies and asthma), but it does take care of the itching.
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