Question:
WLS related?

I have had a terrible time with itching hands (palms) and feet (bottom) for the past couple of nights. Nothing seems to relieve the itch and I can't sleep. I only found 2 cases in the library which didn't state a possible cause and their profiles had no mention as to how long it lasted or what worked for them. Please help!!    — Cheri M. (posted on June 22, 2002)

June 22, 2002
Try increasing your fluid intake...sometimes it can be a sign of dehydration.
   — Kimberly H.

June 22, 2002
Cheri: I don't know if this applies in your case, but itching (especially in the palms of the hands) is often associated with elevated blood pressure or increased blood sugar.
   — ZaZa F.

June 22, 2002
LOL, here's another possible reason - maybe it could be a side effect of the anathesia? I use Caladryl Clear on mosquito & spider bites (from being outside a lot) or any other little itch I might have (bad allergies), maybe it would work on your hands and feet?
   — DonnaCarol

June 22, 2002
Hi, I am with the other poster.. I had itchy hands and feet and it was due to dehydration.
   — Tina P.

June 22, 2002
I was wondering the same myself...my fingers are scaly/peeling (in the inbetween places, where they touch)...is this a dehydration issue too?
   — Karen B.

June 23, 2002
Causes of itchy hands/feet include (but not limited to): 1. Eczema (very common and easily treatable) which can be brought on by stress - gee you think you might be under stress :>)) 2. It can also be caused by mild cases of strep or viral throat infections. Don't know why it causes this but it can and does. 3. Finally, scabies. Yuck! I would lay odds that it is likely eczema. Surgery of any kind brings it on me within 3 or 4 weeks of the surgery...sometimes quickly, sometimes not. I like to coat my hands and feet in baby oil then I cloak them in socks (for the feet) and latex gloves (hands) and let sit for 2 hours - or overnight - and then wash it well. Really helps a lot to add moisture back into the skin. Cortizone creams help too!
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