• What causes a prickly aggressive itch?

I have an itch on my leg that feels like fiberglass insulation, yet is subcutaneous and very aggressive and only worsens with scratching.

2 Answers

  • Dermatologist
  • Woodmere, New York

You need to be seen by your dermatologist in person.

Suzanne Sirota Rozenberg, DO, FAOCD, FAAD

  • Dermatologist
  • McMurray, Pennsylvania

There are a number of skin conditions that can present in a manner such as yours including progressive pigmentary purpura, lichen amyloidosis, contact dermatitis and psoriasis. Based on your clinical presentation and severity of itch, a confirmatory biopsy is indicated to establish a diagnosis and guide treatment selection. Dermatologists are specifically trained to diagnosis and treat your condition once established through a biopsy. Best regards,

Dr. Seraly

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