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Fort Myers, FL

Does anyone have very very itchy ski. Without a rash. Lotions don’t work

October 31, 2017
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Members overwhelmingly related to the frustration of severe itching without visible rash, with many sharing that they had scratched so... Read more

Members overwhelmingly related to the frustration of severe itching without visible rash, with many sharing that they had scratched so intensely they broke or tore their skin despite trying countless lotions and prescription treatments. Several members found relief through unconventional remedies, including homemade whipped coconut oil and shea butter applied liberally twice daily, oatmeal and baking soda soaks, diluted apple cider vinegar rinses after showering, body oils instead of lotion, and addressing underlying issues like B12 deficiency. A recurring theme was that the itching often stems from nerve dysfunction rather than a traditional skin condition, making standard moisturizers ineffective and requiring creative, persistent experimentation to find what works for each individual body.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Get a large cup, put an inch of apple cider vinegar in the bottom and fill the rest up with water. At the end of your shower pour it over your arms and back etc. Don't rinse it. Leave it for a few minutes then towel dry. You will be amazed how much it helps. I have been doing this for a few months.

November 7, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

you need to get a very strong , thick lotion and use it at least twice a day.
I had an itch that was so bad and persistent that I actually tore the skin.
If YOU tear the skin, use a medicated ointment and a cloth band aid.
Don't use a plastic strip.
I never thought of taking Benadryl, but that's the thought for my day.
Thank you for that info, @A MyFibroTeam Member.

Faith, peace and gentle hugs,

Catherine

October 31, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

I had the itchy skin so bad I was breaking the skin and causing bleeding. This went on for almost a year. I tried all kinds of lotion and creams over the counter and prescription. I was on steroids, atrax and Benadryl. Nothing helped! I finally tried oatmeal and baking soda soaks. Then I found organic coconut oil and she’s butter. I whipped the two together for a body butter. I slathered that on at least twice a day head to down to my toes! Healing and relief started quickly! I still make this in SMALL batches as needed. You can use just coconut oil by it self. This can be very oily!

November 6, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yep, big time

November 2, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

I do due to b12 defincincy
When it’s low I get injection for it.x

November 2, 2017

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