Red area on my shin been there about 2years itches... - MY SKIN
Red area on my shin been there about 2years itches I scratch it and the patch continues what can I use
Worthwhile reading the pages and trying . There are good reviews on this product.
Hi Julie,
You need to get this checked out by a doctor. You may have a condition such as eczema.
NHS Choices: Atopic eczema - Treatment nhs.uk/Conditions/Eczema-(a...
British Association of Dermatologists: Eczema bad.org.uk/site/796/default...
General self-help:
1. Bathing - bath or shower using lukewarm water. Replace standard soap with a substitute such as a mild detergent soap-free cleanser (ask your pharmacist).
2. Clothing - wear soft smooth cool clothes; wool is best avoided.
3. Irritants - protect your skin from dust, water, solvents, detergents, injury.
4. Emollients - apply an emollient (e.g. E45 bath oil & emollient cream) liberally and often, particularly after bathing, and when itchy. Also, avoid perfumed products.
5. Hydrocortisone steroid cream (can be bought over the counter in the UK - ask your pharmacist) - apply once or twice daily.
6. Antihistamine tablets (ask your pharmacist) - may help reduce the itching. Some can cause drowsiness so are best avoided during the day. Antihistamines that cause drowsiness can help you sleep at night.
NHS Choices: Emollients nhs.uk/Conditions/Emollient...
NHS Choices: Antihistamines nhs.uk/Conditions/Antihista...
Hi Julie try your GP, but go armed with info from Shell567 as your GP will be able to prescribe some or all of the products mentioned. Up here in Scotland I have a number of emollient products on repeat prescription and all are free. I am due to see my GP on Wednesday for a 'skin care review' and I will take along the various corticosteroids that I have as well!
