What helps with itching and crawling sensations in fibromyalgia?
The itching you're experiencing is actually quite common—about 60 percent of people with fibromyalgia deal with chronic itch. It's thought to be related to how the central nervous system processes signals, making your nerves overreact to sensations.
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What helps with itching and crawling sensations in fibromyalgia?
The itching you're experiencing is actually quite common—about 60 percent of people with fibromyalgia deal with chronic itch. It's thought to be related to how the central nervous system processes signals, making your nerves overreact to sensations.
Since you're finding Zyrtec helpful but struggling with drowsiness, here are some alternatives others have found useful:
Over-the-counter options:
* Cooling lotions with menthol or aloe vera
* Aloe vera with lidocaine (found in sunburn relief sections)
* Calamine lotion
* Fragrance-free moisturizers to combat dry skin
* Ice packs for quick relief
* Mild hydrocortisone cream for inflamed areas
Prescription medications that may help:
* Gabapentin (Neurontin) or pregabalin (Lyrica)—these calm overactive nerves and have helped some members significantly
* Certain antidepressants (though results vary)
A MyFibroTeam member shared: "I believe my itching was a nerve response. Since I've been on Neurontin (gabapentin), it has been much, much better."
Home remedies:
* Lukewarm baths with oatmeal
* Gentle, fragrance-free soaps
* Soft, breathable cotton clothing
* Keeping nails short to prevent skin damage
Since the itching often doesn't respond well to standard antihistamines alone, talking with your doctor about nerve-calming medications might be worth exploring.
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