Liver disease itching: What helps?

Posted by jeanne5009 @jeanne5009, Nov 26, 2018

Does anyone have info or treatments for itching? My scalp and lower back have a very itchy rash. Tried ointment shampoo, antihistamine and steroids...wont go away. I am Stage 4 liver cirrhosis. Dermatologist and PVP are stumped.

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There is a medicine your doctor can prescribe. Unfortunately I don’t remember the name. It’s a powder that you mix with a liquid. Worked great for me.

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Before my transplant, I've used Aveeno Oatmeal Bath and also Sarna anti-itch lotion.

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I used Aveeno oatmeal bath. I found it helped. Also used Eucarine eczema cream

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Sounds great but I have no tub and the rash is on my scalp and my back....there must be a way..lol

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Maybe mix Epsom w/ warm water in a fine-spray bottle & spray areas and then let air dry? I was also thinking I might try using a body oil? Both are worth a try.

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Sounds great but I have no tub and the rash is on my scalp and my back....there must be a way..lol

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Just a thought: Try to make your shower water as cold as you can tolerate without torturing yourself. The scalp and back receive the bulk of the water, and hot water could potentially be inflaming the skin.

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Try Tea tree wash

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Hi, @sisliver, and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. Thanks for the suggestion for members dealing with itching related to a liver condition.

What is your liver-related diagnosis? How did itching arise with your condition?

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I am extremely tired and agitated with weakness I can’t do anything and stand up. I need to work

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I use "Sarna" cream. It smells terrible, but it works great. I am 4 years post and still get itching issues.

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Yes, I didn’t like the smell either. They do make an unscented version that is hard to find. My wife found it on Amazon I believe, and it was much better.

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