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Members deeply connected over the question of extreme itching and aggressive scratching, with many sharing they experience similar unbearable... Read more

Members deeply connected over the question of extreme itching and aggressive scratching, with many sharing they experience similar unbearable itching often caused by nerve damage from MS rather than visible skin issues. Several members offered practical strategies including antihistamines like Claritin or Zyrtec for those allergic to Benadryl, steroid creams prescribed by dermatologists, oatmeal baths, ice packs to numb and redirect nerves, gabapentin for nerve-related itching, and moisturizers like Cetaphil or ammonium lactate. A recurring theme was the importance of being careful not to break the skin while scratching due to infection risk, understanding that the itch often comes from inside rather than outside, and finding relief through trial and error since everyone responds differently to treatments.