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I know we have talked a lot about itching lately, but has anyone started itching in one or a few places from sweating,then it just spread?

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Ontario, Canada

It was warmer today than it has been in quite a while and I was feeling a little overheated while at work. I started getting itchy under my bra band. When I got home and changed into my pjs, I noticed that I was very red under my breasts and there were some hives. After I took off my watch and my socks I noticed that I was itchy were those touched my skin. Now, several hours later I seem to be itchy everywhere! My scalp in particular is driving me bonkers! This is so weird and annoying. I… read more

March 30 (edited)
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A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member Has the itching improved? For me, it was an allergic reaction to a medication and it resolved itself after stopping the medication. I am still generally itchy, especially a spot at the top of my back, but it's nothing like that was!

July 27
A MyFibroTeam Member

I myself have been having problems with itching. At first I thought it was just dry skin due to the cold weather but this has been going on since early March. It started on my legs and now it's everywhere. I have tried everything, luckily I have a dr appointment soon so maybe I can get some answers.

May 28
MyFibroTeam

Has anyone experienced itching that started in one spot from sweating and then spread all over?

What you're describing sounds really frustrating! The combination of heat, sweating, and pressure from clothing can definitely trigger widespread itching with fibromyalgia.

Here's what might be happening:

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Has anyone experienced itching that started in one spot from sweating and then spread all over?

What you're describing sounds really frustrating! The combination of heat, sweating, and pressure from clothing can definitely trigger widespread itching with fibromyalgia.

Here's what might be happening:

Your body's temperature rising from the warmth can activate itch receptors and make sensations more intense. With fibromyalgia, your central nervous system is already overactive and reacts too strongly to touch and pain signals. So areas where clothing was tight (bra band, watch, socks) may have triggered an amplified response that then spread.

The hives and redness suggest your skin was irritated by the combination of heat, moisture, and friction. Once your nervous system got activated, the itching could spread to other areas - including your scalp, which is one of the most commonly affected areas in fibromyalgia. What might help:

- Cool down your skin with a lukewarm shower or cool compress
- Wear soft, breathable fabrics like cotton, especially in warmer weather
- Use gentle, fragrance-free soaps
- Keep your skin moisturized to help with the dryness issues
- Try a deep breathing exercise to calm your nervous system

If the hives don't improve or you're scratching until your skin bleeds, it's worth checking in with your doctor. They can help rule out other causes and adjust your treatment plan if needed.

Hopefully this is just a temporary flare-up and not your new normal!

March 30

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