. Itches come and go with me. Cortizone-10 "Intensive Healing Itch Relief Cream" is another product that helped. Directions on it say "not more than 3 to 4 times daily.". The strongest I found was Aveeno Anti-Itch Concentrated Lotion, but I dislike that product's odor. Label says it provides "Fast-acting, Soothing Itch Relief" for problems like poison ivy, chicken pox, and allergic reactions. Good luck!
September 10
I itch all over not just back, every place I itch comes up in urticaria.
September 8
I have been helped by over-the-counter anti-itch creams, such as Eucerin Intensive Repair Lotion. Good Luck!
September 7
Absolutely — itchy skin is one of the most common and frustrating symptoms reported by people with MPNs, and the back is definitely not off-limits! One myMPNteam member shared, "My right hip area drives me nuts," and another said, "The itching is unbearable sometimes."
Itching in MPNs is thought to be caused by abnormal Show Full Answer
Absolutely — itchy skin is one of the most common and frustrating symptoms reported by people with MPNs, and the back is definitely not off-limits! One myMPNteam member shared, "My right hip area drives me nuts," and another said, "The itching is unbearable sometimes."
Itching in MPNs is thought to be caused by abnormal cells releasing too much histamine and cytokines — molecules that trigger inflammation and that "I need to scratch everything" feeling. Some common triggers to be aware of include:
- Hot baths or showers
- Alcohol consumption
- Sudden temperature changes
- Sweating
- Wearing overly warm clothes to bed
- Cold, dry weather
There are several ways to help manage the itch:
- Use a chilled moisturizer or emollient regularly
- Try cold water instead of hot when bathing
- Over-the-counter antihistamines like Claritin, Zyrtec, or Allegra may help
- Stay hydrated and exercise when possible
If the itching becomes severe or unmanageable, it's really worth bringing up with a doctor. Medications like Hydroxyurea or Jakafi (Ruxolitinib) have helped many people with MPN-related itching — though a doctor will determine what's right for each individual.
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Itching and MPNs: How to Manage Itchy Skin
September 7
Thank you for all your help I appreciate it. I just want to say my ears are also itchy 😊
September 9
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