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How Do You Stop The Itch

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Cathedral City, CA

I have spots all over my body scratching because they swell into hives n
The itch is driving me crazy

February 3, 2020
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A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

Moisturisures, benadryll gel & coal tar gel.

February 4, 2020
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

I hope you found some comfort for your Itching. There must be something that can help you feel better. Sending you 🤗 hug.

February 4, 2020
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To manage the itch associated with psoriasis, consider the following strategies:

1. Stick With Your Treatment:
- Adhere to your prescribed treatment plan consistently.
- Discuss any dissatisfaction with your doctor to adjust the plan as needed.

2. Topical Treatments
- Use prescribed topical corticosteroids or Show Full Answer

To manage the itch associated with psoriasis, consider the following strategies:

1. Stick With Your Treatment:
- Adhere to your prescribed treatment plan consistently.
- Discuss any dissatisfaction with your doctor to adjust the plan as needed.

2. Topical Treatments:
- Use prescribed topical corticosteroids or nonsteroidal topicals with ingredients like vitamin A and synthetic vitamin D.
- Over-the-counter options can also be helpful.

3. Moisturizers:
- Keep your skin clean and well-moisturized to prevent dryness and cracking.
- Use creams and ointments for better hydration.

4. Avoid Scratching:
- Keep nails short to minimize damage from unconscious scratching.
- Develop habits to reduce itch without scratching.

5. Consider Alternative Treatments:
- If topicals are ineffective, discuss biologics or other drug therapies with your doctor.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the source: [Psoriasis and Itching: 4 Ways To Manage the Itch | MyPsoriasisTeam](https://www.mypsoriasisteam.com/resources/itch-...).

July 11, 2024
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

The only thing that gave me relief was Eurax lotion.

May 1, 2020
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

Besides biologics, Cerave makes a lotion in a tub that helps. They also have spray on cortisone which I thought was easier to use than the cream.
For the scalp I use scalpicin, it is also liquid and has a long, thin nozzle to get to your scalp.

March 4, 2020

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