Menopausal itching scratching dreadfulness

i still say its a dairy intolerence. i had the same itchings etc. still do a little bit because i have semi skimmed milk in my cup of tea/coffee. canesten with steroids is wonderful...

I tried all sorts from the chemist to stop this problem. Then I was diagnosed with T2 diabeties meds for that were an instant cure.

Lichen sclerosus, perhaps?

I was going to say diabetes ninathenana.

I’m dairy intolerant and haven’t had dairy for years so I know it’s not that , but thanks!

Have been tested and examined , it’s not that either but thanks for the advice!

All clear thank goodness

Tested and cleared for it. I think I have dermatitis , but until I see the specialist I have to suffer.

I suffer from itchy allergies which have affected variously my anal region, ears, scalp, not the lady bits, fortunately. I had two years of problems with my ears which cleared up miraculously with a prescription of antibiotics and heavy duty steroid cream. Haven’t managed to pin down the source of the allergy, but research suggests it’s unlikely to be one single thing, maybe a combination of environmental triggers which affect the immune system. I’ve had all the tests to rule out any underlying issues with thyroid, liver, diabetes etc. So it’s just something to deal with as best as possible. I know it’s a nightmare though. At the moment I’m ok fingers crossed. Good luck with your appointment.

Thank you. It’s been 2 years of feeling like I have no idea what to do next , interestingly I have developed eczema again too after not having it since I was a kid. Fingers crossed I’ll get help

GlamM dermatitis is rather a "catch all" term, just means inflammation of the skin!

I’m happy to call it moon landing fairy dust as long as they find a treatment that bloody works before I skewer myself in my sleep. ?

No dairy at all? Do you have much sugar - directly, or in, say, processed foods. Dairy and sugar cause quite a few problems for some people - me for one! - so I cut them out as much as poss.

Sounds very like the itchiness and soreness I was getting before my lichen sclerosus diagnosis. Regular treatment with steroid cream is keeping it under control, thank goodness. Good luck with your appointment - hope you get it sorted once and for all.

I’ve been checked abs tested for LS, no that they say.

I get itching on the sole of my feet. I have tried all sorts of creams. Not diabetic as had test for that. Cut back sugar anyway but made no difference. Sometimes i scratch the so much i make them bleed and so sore to walk on. Gp just says cream.

I had this. It used to go down the insides of my legs as well. Couldn't have been as bad as yours though because I just waited for it to pass. It did. Thank goodness.

Another thing happened to me at menopause. I couldn't go in the sea. I would immediately break out in an horrific stinging rash. Absolute agony. Don't know if it was the abrupt change of temperature, or the salt. Glad to say, that passed too.

I am now 77 and completely symptom free. So hold on.

I suffer with itchiness in various areas, but particularly on my back - in the 'difficult to reach' area around my shoulder blades. Consequently I have several extending back scratchers scattered around the house. I also keep one in my handbag, so that if I'm out anywhere I can dash into a toilet and have a good scratch
One thing that has helped a little is replacing my feather pillows and duvet with hypoallergenic ones. Until I hit on that idea, I could barely sleep at night for scratching. Now, although I still suffer, the itchiness is a lot more manageable.

Try organic coconut oil/butter it’s cheap as chips and helps so many things well worth a try

One tip I read on the net for the excema type itchiness is, if you really have to scratch, do so with the backs of your fingernails (go downwards) Brings some relief without scraping skin away.

Doesn't help OP of course.

I’m only 50 and this has been over 2 years so I’m rather hoping it’ll be sorted ASAP ... or I may opt for some drastic measures like becoming a man

I’m already using a hypoallergenic mattress duvet pillows etc. No soap , shower gel , non bio , bleach free toilet roll , bleach free bamboo panty liners , no diary , reduced sugar ( am attempting sugar free now ) short nails , and just about every other wonderful piece of advice given. Roll on Thursday