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I have been doing very well with Procrit shots every 4-5 months, in a series of 4 or 5 weekly injections. Then when my red count goes down I start the injections again. I was once told by a good dermatologist that my all-over itchy skin is part of my myelodysplastic syndrome. It's very disturbing trying to control the itching. Anyone out there have this condition?? @

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You might try Aveeno lotion for the itching. I'm ET and was switching meds a few months back and the new one came with the ITCH! Two applications of Aveeno and the itch was gone. Hope it works for you!

I have developed a rash on one hand that dermatologist thinks is a fungus; not sure I agree, and it is not reacting to topical plus oral medication. It was very itchy initially, with blisters or bumps. Still working the solution.