been awhile since I have been on here

I got told my ra level is up but arthritis Dr says he isn't saying I have ra. Also when I go into places that have certain lights my face looks like I have lupus which they have done lupus test came back neg. My arms itch and burn all the time. I have weakness in the areas that itch. My family Dr thinks I have deramytotis because he has seen my rashes on my face neck stomach where arthritis Dr hasn't. I keep thinking gabapinton covers up my problems. Does anyone else think their meds cover things up. I also have neropathy.

Hi ladybug,

So sorry you're having such issues. I too have neuropathy and big time itching which I try to keep under control. It feels like the itch that you get from sunburn when it starts to go away.

What helps me with the itch is to use a mild laundry soap, I use Seventh Generation, and a mild natural body soap. I can only wear certain materials or I itch like crazy. Recently I purchased some linen pants that are fairly loose around my legs which helps a lot.

I also use Aloe Vera Gelly twice a day all over. It seems as if I need to moisturize twice a day because my skin drinks it right up and it can help the itch.

Good luck to you.