I have really itchy skin and no rash. Any clues on what is wrong?

I usually get pretty dried out in the winter but this is the worst its ever been. Also scratching leaves solid red marks which concerns me. Thanks for your help.

I have really itchy skin and no rash. Any clues on what is wrong?
Hi JimmyTHeburrito





Here are a few testimonials on healing the issue.





TEA TREE OIL AND APPLE CIDER VINEGAR


3/4/2007: Vinny (highbury21@gmail.com) from Atlanta, GA writes: "I have tried Apple Cider Vinegar and Tea Tree Oil. I find that Tea Tree Oil is best if placed first, and then about a few hrs later, the application of ACV should relieve it. Give it about 3 days, and there ought to be no itch. I love ACV!!!!"











TEA TREE OIL, OLIVE OIL, DRIED OREGANO


2/25/2007: Deanna from Cincinnati, OH writes: "I have chronic itching. I have tried the "very expensive" prescription that my MD gave me, but my mother told me to try:


1 part tea tree oil,


2 parts olive oil


and dried oregano.





I spray it on and not only does it calm the burning and itching but it moisturizes my skin. I haven't had to use my expensive skin cream or take Benedryl in a long time."





More ideas here


http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/itchy_s...











Best of health to you
Reply:As you get older it can get worse ..usually hot showers/ baths and winter make it worse for sure..try some lubriderm or neutrogena conc. hand cream..go to a derm if thats not helping





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Reply:hard water is most likely a partner w/the dry weather in causing the itch....if you can get one a water softener makes a HUGE difference, we've had one 3 years now and it also makes everything made w/water taste better, and plumbing (including water heater) will last longer too
Reply:Dry skin is most common in your lower legs, arms, flanks (sides of the abdomen), and thighs. The symptoms most often associated with dry skin include:





Scaling


Itching


Cracks in the skin


Dry skin is common. It happens more often in the winter when cold air outside and heated air inside cause low humidity. Forced-air furnaces make skin even drier.





The skin loses moisture and may crack and peel, or become irritated and inflamed. Bathing too frequently, especially with harsh soaps, may contribute to dry skin. Eczema may cause dry skin





It may help to change your bathing habits:





Keep baths or showers short.


Use warm (not hot) water.


Use as little soap as possible. Limit its use to face, armpits, and genitals if you can. Try mild cleansers like Aveeno or Cetaphil or mild soaps like Neutrogena or Dove.


Dry your skin thoroughly but gently -- pat, DON'T rub.


Take baths or showers less often.
Reply:You could just have really dry skin. Try lotion obviously, but also don't take very hot showers and drink water to hydrate your body.
Reply:You may be susceptible to eczema. However, as with all skin conditions, only a specialist can really determine the type of disorder you are suffering from.





During winter, many people tend to experience dry skin. So, moisturizing is key this period. However, not any kind of lotion will do. Avoid the use of those with fragrance or with synthetic chemicals.





More ways on what to do with dry and eczema skin can be found here http://www.eczemaskintreatment.com