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How Can I Stop Itchy Feet?

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Waterloo, ON

My feet get very itchy just as I almost fell asleep. I have tried lots of creams but some night I just scratch until they burn. Can someone help please😭

May 22, 2018
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Members offered a range of potential causes and solutions for someone struggling with intensely itchy feet at night, with several people... Read more

Members offered a range of potential causes and solutions for someone struggling with intensely itchy feet at night, with several people suggesting it could be a side effect of blood pressure medication, peripheral neuropathy related to diabetes, fungal infection, or circulation issues. Several members shared practical remedies that have worked for them, including soaking feet daily followed by foot cream massage, using affordable options like witch hazel or Aveeno calming lotion with lavender, trying essential oils, gabapentin for neuropathy, and incorporating cardio exercise to improve blood flow. A recurring theme was the strong recommendation to talk with a doctor to identify the underlying cause, as proper diagnosis is essential for finding the right treatment approach.

A DiabetesTeam Member

Blood flow issues .start doing cardio exercises like stepper and jumping Jack .Stop buying expensive creams and medication invest in your gym.

June 3, 2018
A DiabetesTeam Member

I had that for a while. What I did was make sure to soak my feet daily, and then after I take my feet out and dry them I would apply foot cream. Kind of massaged my feet as well with this at the same time. Seemed to help overall.

June 9, 2018
A DiabetesTeam Member

i find that essential oils work best with our skin needs...Radha on amazon is the line i like..anything with lavender is soothing also aveeno the calming lotion with lavender....but the essential oils make you feel all girly...lol

June 9, 2018
A DiabetesTeam Member

Some blood pressure tablets do that. My Dr had to take me off Norvasc as I would scratch my legs and ankles til they bled and I couldn't get rid of the burning sensation.

June 5, 2018
A DiabetesTeam Member

Thank you the cream is in the lotion area and it is reasonably priced just tell her you. Are diabetic and your problem with your feet it has no scent hypo allergenic

May 26, 2018

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