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Could my itchy face an allergy?

Posted by faithshouse @faithshouse, Jan 7, 2019

For the past ten years, I have been experiencing a continually itchy area mostly centered on the left side of my nose. I have been to 10 dermatologiests, tried every over the counter itch relief product, as well as a few prescriptions, and haven't received any idea of what this could be from my doctors. Has anyone experience with this condition? Would an allergist be the next prpfessional I should see?

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faithshouse | @faithshouse | Jan 13, 2019
In reply to @jeanne5009 "@faithshouse I feel your itch! I have had the for over 3 months and it IS..." + (show)
@jeanne5009

@faithshouse
I feel your itch! I have had the for over 3 months and it IS driving me crazy. No answers yet. I'm about to see an allergist next. Especially bad at night. I've bed trying to sleep with ice packs...minimal help. Rash is a fine red with a few pimples like very itchy spots. It s in my scalp and on the trunk of my body. Not on my face. I've been on steroid creams and am wondering if they are making it worse...ugh

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Thanks so much jeanne5009! And I feel your itch as well! Sorry to hear about your itch spots, etc. I appreciate all the tips you have given me. AS a result I am more aware of ideas to follow: rosacea, histamines, etc. My itch is only located on the left side of my nose, so I am fortunate that it hasn't spread. I will keep studying so I can get to the bottom of this. And I wish you well in your search for relief.

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faithshouse | @faithshouse | Jan 13, 2019
In reply to @ethanmcconkey "Hi @faithshouse and welcome to Connect. Not knowing the cause of your itching must be unnerving...." + (show)
@ethanmcconkey

Hi @faithshouse and welcome to Connect. Not knowing the cause of your itching must be unnerving.

I wanted to tag fellow Connect members, @papergarden @gardeningjunkie and @jeanne5009 as they have experienced undiagnosed itching and may be able to offer support and guidance as you search for answers.

Back to you @faithshouse, has your itch spread elsewhere? And are there any physical signs to it? Like a rash or hives?

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Thank you to everyone who has responded with ideas and suggestions! I have been studying the options that were given to me, and it has been very helpful. I do appreciate all the support!

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