Itchy skin
Tonight I woke myself up clawing at my skin from top to bottom, does anyone have the itchy skin with their CKD? If so what do you use to control it? I’m allergic to benadryl so I can’t take it.
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2011panc
Thanks for that good info. I wasn't aware of the sprays. I have a problem mid-back so that sounds like a good plan.
Teresa
Hi. I’m wanting to know if anyone has this rare condition. It’s damaged or malformed keratin that works it’s way through hair follicles. I have it because I’m diabetic and have chronic Kidney dysfunction. It itches before it it pokes through the skin and itches after. Would THC or CBD help with the itching?
Hi @katem,
You may notice that I moved your message and combined it with this existing discussion on Itchy skin in the Kidney & Bladder group on Connect. I did this for two reasons: one, you mentioned you have chronic kidney dysfunction, and two, I thought it would be beneficial for you to be introduced to the many members who have discussed much of what you are experiencing.
If you click on VIEW & REPLY in your email notification, you will see the whole discussion and can join in, meet, and participate with other members talking about their or their loved ones' experiences.
I'm confident @2011panc @ujeeniack @macarl @upnorthnancy and others will return with some information that might help you.
@katem, could you share a few more details? What have you tried to get some relief from the itching? When were you diagnosed with CKD and diabetes?
Sending you a hug, hope thing are better now!!!
@beverlynm Were your labs for both potassium and phosphorus with range? My husband has not taken binders, as his labs have always been good. He could not take food by mouth for almost a year because his salivary glands were destroyed by radiation. He has devised a technique of using bitty, bitty sips of water with food so he can chew. He is ready to get rid of the PEG tube. He eats many small courses throughout the day.
His itching is truly painful, but his labs remain within normal range. Wondering if normal is normal for the individual. The doctors are not very helpful, as IT IS ONLY ITCHING!
@jin51, I want to welcome you to Connect. I am happy that you have joined this discussion about itchy skin with your compassionate message of hope and a virtual hug.
As a transplant recipient, I have had to endure periods of itching during my waiting time as my liver was failing. I know, too, the value of kind words like you have shared.
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