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August 1st, 2007
I am in law enforcement and I wear a tactical vest (bullet-proof vest). When I am warm or active (sweating) my skin around the lower back and my lower sides feel like some one is poking me with needles. It is like a severe itch and it has come on suddely. It isn't like a "leg falling asleep" needles feeling, it is more painful and itches. I wear under armor shirts and have for a while and I tried not wearing those with no results. I get it in just a t-shirt now when I am at home and start to get warm... any advice or help would be greatful.


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replied August 24th, 2007
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If you are experiencing the same symptoms at home, it appears that wearing the tactical vest probably is not the reason for your symptoms. You can “get warm” and when you start to itch on the lower back you might consider visiting your GP to see that back area to identify skin changes (redness etc.) if present. If there are no skin changes present, it can't be allergy but perhaps you are experiencing some type of neurodermatitis. You can also consult a dermatologist about your problem.








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