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Itchy scalp due to neuropathy
Does anyone else have a problem with itchy scalp due to neuropathy? I've been through the Dermatologist route, tried natural and medicated prescribed shampoos and lotions, had pruitis tests - not excema, psoriasis, etc., and antihistamines. Last Dermatologist finally asked if I had neck issues. Yes! I fell and hit the back of my head hard and I sit at a computer all day. Said that was the cause. Next stop, Ortho Dr. said neck stenosis, disk degeneration - do P.T. Going to give that another try. Everyone thinks I'm crazy when I tell them I have scalp itch due to neuropathy. Should I see a neurologist? Won't they just prescribe P.T.? Anybody else?
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I'm a little late to the party, but wanted to share that I have had an "itchy" scalp for almost a year. I am a 76 year old female. After seeing a dermatologist twice about the itching I finally decided to see a chiropractor. He took an x-ray of my neck. Seems that I was born with two fused vertebrae. C2 and C3. His thoughts on all of it was that the fused vertebrae, coupled with the degenerative disc disease in my spine, arthritis, and the regular aging process is why the itching is happening. In short, it is a neuropathic itch. I haven't seen a neurologist yet, because I don't want to go the medication route. I was on propafenone and metoporol for four years and recently quit taking those drugs. Sometimes medication works, but I have found that they come with a lot of extra baggage attached...the side effects can be worse than the symptoms! I eat healthy, maintain a good weight, exercise (I could do more), and try my best to stay clear of inflammatory foods. I have found that making a cold pack and putting it on my head helps alleviate the itching. Let's all keep forging forward. I am grateful I discovered this group tonight.
My adult son has a severe scalp itch that has led to bleeding lesions from scratching. He had spinal surgery almost 15 years ago to add rods and screws to support his spinal column, and a cage to protect his spinal cord in the front. The original issue was a large tumor that was growing between his spine and his esophagus.
Approx 2 years ago, the scalp itch developed, and has gotten worse over time. We have seen numerous doctors, including dermatologists and pain specialists. Finally, a second dermatologist suggested that the problem may be due to nerve damage caused by a buildup of scar tissue from the previous surgeries. My son has also had CyberKnife radiation in the region as a precaution. This has caused bloodflow issues with his carotid artery, leading to the use of Plavix to relieve vision issues caused by decreased bloodflow. I realize that these are seperate issues, but in the same region. I am looking for suggestions as to what to do next. Thank you.
I have neuropathic itching started in scalp and is now all over my body 24-7 since January 2025. I had Covid that caused viral encephalitis in hospital x 30 days had seizure when admitted to hospital and damaged my right cognitive brain damage. Benadryl helps with some of the itching but still there and now have a dry mouth and lips from that. I was given nalprexone low doss. Was given by skin group but he refuses to prescribe again. Cerave itch cream very little relief. Please help!
Try over the counter sensitive Sarna lotion & Vanicream lotion; they both work for me. Hope these are helpful to you.
With the itching, dry mouth do you have dry eyes ? If so ask about Sjögren’s syndrome
I will and thank you 🙏
I don’t have dry eyes and I think the dry mouth is from Benadryl.