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My Skin Is So Itchy Around My Flares And Boils Nothing Helps 😫 Suggestions

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Modesto, CA
July 10, 2024
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A myHSteam Member

Yes to the Vicks vapor rub!! I'm a true believer in that stuff lol it helps with headaches, muscle aches, toothache, ear aches, itching , toenail fungus,etc... I sometimes have to rub my entire body down with it and will sleep like a baby😁

July 23, 2024
myHSteam

Itching around HS flares and boils can be very uncomfortable. Here are some suggestions from the knowledge base that might help:

- Witch Hazel: Useful in more sensitive areas
- Hydrocortisone Cream: Some members found it helpful for itching.
- Allergy Medications: Benadryl has been mentioned as helpful.
- Tea Tree Oil: Show Full Answer

Itching around HS flares and boils can be very uncomfortable. Here are some suggestions from the knowledge base that might help:

- Witch Hazel: Useful in more sensitive areas.
- Hydrocortisone Cream: Some members found it helpful for itching.
- Allergy Medications: Benadryl has been mentioned as helpful.
- Tea Tree Oil: Known for its antiseptic and antibiotic properties.
- Vicks VapoRub: Applying it to new outbreaks before they are raw or open might help.

Always consult with your doctor before trying new treatments.

July 10, 2024
A myHSteam Member

my doc prescribed my opzelura cream and it helps with the itching

July 15, 2024
A myHSteam Member

I use fractionated coconut oil. Not the kind you use to cook with but the kind you use for essential oils. Sometimes I use vitamin e oil.

July 14, 2024
A myHSteam Member

Vicks vapor rub!!!!!!

July 11, 2024

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