Severe Itch From Situations Posted: 11-28-04 18:06pm
I've developed a condition when in
situations where there is a hint of stress
involved I start to itch like crazy mainly
on the chest, back and my lower legs. Its
uncontrollable until I take off my clothes
- apart from trousers and pants.
I now know that its the cold air that
stops the itch.
I have had attacks from small things like
driving in the dark, dismantle a bed and
social situations where I am slightly
uncomfortable.
This is starting to drive me a bit crazy,
as it seems to be getting worse, and
because I work in a open plan office,
taking my clothes off is not a option. -
also I have to drive home along a busy
fast dark road, which is something I cant
change.
There are no signs of rash or similar, and
am convinced its stress related, due to
when the itching starts.
Although I cant help to find the funny
side to my stripping off my clothes bit,
it is a very bad situation for me.
I wondered if any one had any suggestions
in overcoming this as its getting worse,
and feel it has started to affect my
life.
Many thanks
ivanks
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OutsideSizes
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Joined: 28 Nov 2004 Posts: 22 Location: NYC
Advice Posted: 11-28-04 20:38pm
Hi ivanks
i have anxiety also, and I know how hard
it is to deal with. I don't suffer from
a rash, but I can imagine how the
combination may be overwhelming. I do
have a friend who breaks out in a rash
almost every day from allergies- she
doesnt even know what foods or situations
cause it exactly. Just a thought, but
maybe allergy meds (which are not as
severe as anxiety meds) may help??? You
should ask a doctor about that because no
one should have to live with that. Best
of luck, post progress!
