Itching or Skin Irritation
Do you! Or have you ever suffered with skin irritation? In other words itching.
Many people suffer from itching but there is always a cause. It could be you have changed your clothes washing liquid or powder, or your soap. Are you using a different shower jel ? It is usually something you have changed from your normal, that causes the itching.
It may seem like a minor problem to other people, but itching can not only cause embarrassment but it is often stressful for those who suffer with it.
The itching may be caused by a reaction to a medicine, or you may have an allergy to certain plants or even an animal. There are many things can cause it from cosmetics to fabrics, or contact with certain metals.
Itching can drive you mad in a literal sense, but try your best not to scratch it as it only makes it worse. I suffer with an allergy caused by gold and I can only wear my wedding ring for short periods of time.
Try adding a little bicarbonate of soda to your bath water or soak your scalp or feet in warm water with baking soda if they are itchy.
Calamine lotion is also good it cools the skin and stops the itching, you can use this quite often.
Avoid wearing any clothes that can cause irritation, such as wool and some man- made fabrics. Wear cotton if possible and use cool, light, loose bedclothes.
Anti histamines can help taken orally they can be bought over the counter, or you can visit your doctor if the need is great.
If you suffer from an itchy back then as a last resort invest in a back scratcher, they are great.