HOW TO STOP ITCHING ON THE BACK | Notalgia Paresthetica
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- HOW TO STOP ITCHING ON THE BACK. Notalgia Paresthetica explained by DERMATOLOGIST @DrDrayzday STOP YOUR BACK FROM ITCHING WITH THESE DERMATOLOGIST SKINCARE TIPS. Skincare advice from a dermatologist to help stop itching your back. In this video we cover the cause of notalgia paresthetica and symptoms of notalgia paresthetica NOT to miss. Skincare products for notalgia paresthetica -
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Literally no one speak about issues like this. Except Dr. Andrea. All derm channels on here i hear speak about new products and so on. Thankful for doc Dray. We should protect Doc at any cost!❤
My mother's mom died when she was 17, 70 years ago. Mom is now 87! She has always told me that her mom had an unbearable chronic itch at her right shoulder that was unreachable. My mom remembers as a young girl scratching the itch for her. My grandmother would beg her to scratch it until it bled. I think it still traumatizes my mom to think about it! By coincidence, I found out about this condition a few weeks ago and shared with my mom. She was relieved to know it wasn't imagined by her mother and is a hard to relieve problem. Thanks for the additional info!
That is so young to pass away at 17, with all due respect how did she pass? Also amazing you still have your mother at 87!
17 wow, that's a terrible thing.
Sheesh, sending good vibes to your family, wherever you are
The mother was 17 when the grandmother died.
I just keep iching my back non stop I leave in Nigeria pls which ointment is best for my treatment it iche me but I try not to iche it but it hurt really bad at time I cry pls I need help to get off of this predicament
Could have worded that differently, it sounds like your grandmother died at 17.
I didn't even know this was a condition. I have one spot on my back right where you said that always randomly itches, which is why I always have a back scratcher near my bed because it gets worse at night. My sister has the same thing and we always call it the ghost itch. Here's the thing. We've both had back injuries (herniated discs) and surgeries for those injuries. This video blew my mind. Dr. Dray, not only have you fixed my skin, but here you are solving the mystery of my ghost itch! You're a national treasure. 🤗
I’ve been dealing with this for years and had no idea what it was! So glad to know I’m not alone here. Thank you so much Dr. Dray, you are amazing!
Oh my gosh, thank you! I’ve had this for years and mentioned it to my rheumatologist because I thought it had something to do with my systemic lupus or degenerative discs because I knew it was a nerve issue. He had no comment, and I’ve been just dealing with it by scratching my back. It’s exactly as you described, an itch that is unreachable. Maddening!!! Now I know what to do and I have you to thank.
Hi Dr Dray 💐
Thanks so much for this video! I suffer with this but didn't know what it's called. I've had spinal fusion surgery. It explains a lot.
I find having a shower helps. The hot water massages my back. Sometimes even in the middle of the night. It's better than scratching. Baths also help. Thanks again 🙏
This is why I have back scratchers everywhere. One in my car, one in bed, one on the couch... and anywhere else I spend a great deal of time in.
I have this but on different parts of my body. I have tried every OTC topical ointment. I have steroid cream and I take hydroxyzine as needed. I’ve had Shingles twice plus a ruptured disk and eczema. When it comes to immediate relief, the only thing that stops it instantly is a large therapeutic ice pack that is made to place directly to the skin for 20 minutes. I have two so if one isn’t enough I can get the other ice pack. I discovered this on my own after the itching was insane. If I scratched to the point of bleeding I didn’t care. I just wanted relief. Hopefully this will help someone else as well.
Me too and one at work
At last someone who understands the problem - thank you so much!
Good Morning Dr. Dray🌹and to everyone watching😊 Happy Thursday!
Morning!
I’ve had this condition for years. Now I know what it is! Thank you for the informative video!
Thank you for always having our back.
Happy Thursday! Thankfully, I loss the need to itch after applying all your tips over the past couple of years. I appreciate all your lessons! You have certainly provided many improvements in my life!!
Happy Thursday
Greetings Theresa Berg hope u r well n Happy Thursday😀👍💜….
@@whitneybrown4067 Thank you, I am doing very well since I have some vacation time coming up. Looking forward to some lazy days at the beach🏖
Thank you so much for this incredibly informative video. I went to the determatologist yesterday and she just told me what it's called and that it's not a skin issue. You provided so much more helpful information! I probably used overly heavy weights while working out. I'll try the stretching! TY!
I felt so much mental relief when you were talking… the itch drives me crazy and sometimes it’s stinging or numbness. My temporary fix was the warm water in the shower but very temporary. Thank you for all the tips
Greetings Dr. Dray! I have this condition and I just thought it was mental! Sometimes I scratch my right upper back raw. The only thing I have tried that helps a little is aloe vera gel with benzocaine. I haven't tried the menthol though. Capsaicin sounds painful, especially when my skin is raw. Thank you for addressing this! Blessings ♥️🙏
I had shingles when I was 8. I have post herpetic neuralgia. I'm 33 now and I'll tell ya, it sucks! Wearing shirts or touching my ribs, where the shingles were, has been super difficult.
I found the greatest itch reliever for me was my 2200w hairdryer. I am 60 have MS and my back itches incredibly but I dont scratch, I just blast the itch as hot as I can sensibly bear with my hairdryer and the feeling you get as the itch subsides is incredible, and its gone for hours. Just be sensible and careful not to burn yourself though. It also works on insect bites, my varicose eczema, basically anything itchy and I have been doing this for around 30 years without the need for any creams etc. I have also found others on-line that are doing this as well, can't understand why its not more well known?
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I’m so glad that you made this video and I can’t wait to see the rest. I have this condition and I always thought it might be an allergy to my bra in the back because that’s where it is itchy on me. Thanks so much!
It probably is your bra! Just because Dr Dray is giving her opinion on a itchy back doesn’t mean that’s what all itchy backs are and I find it amusing how a dermatologist can suddenly become a medical Dr on you tube take it with a grain of salt and consult your personal health care provider
Yes! I thought the same!
@joanshealy , she is a dermatologist who is speaking to a skin condition and it’s cause. That is what a dermatologist does.
@@bernadinedarienzzo4086 it is not a skin condition she did say that in her video it’s caused from nerves
A dermatologist would know about this issue because someone “a patient “ would naturally think it’s a skin issue. Similar to a cardiologist, after examining a patient, may determine the patient might have gastritis or a gallbladder issue. The cardiologist isn’t a gastroenterologist, but encounters the issue often enough and will recommend seeing a gastroenterologist.
My derm told me that’s what I had on my back…I didn’t believer her! I now need to apologize to her!! It actually is much better than it used to be…such a relief!
Great info! I do have that itchy spot on my back! I’ve often wondered about it, too. Thankfully it isn’t a constant itch!
Thank you, Dr. Dray! My husband suffers from this condition and he also has chronic neck/back pain. Your explanation was stellar!
thanks for watching
I was amazed when you recommended my approach to this that I have been using for years: cayenne pepper cream. I started that after years ago watching a Scientific American Frontiers show presented by Alan Alda about capsicum and how the Mayo clinic was researching the use of it on aids patients. So I made my own, which I do to this day by simply combining a very strong capsicum supplement with a popular unscented moisturizing cream that I just grab when at Costco. This way I can curate the amount of active ingredient to match my tolerance to the discomfort. I also use it on other areas when required for itch, and as you say, it can really cause about 20 minutes of extreme discomfort in some areas (but my back does not seem to cause any issues) until the nerves are fully desensitized. As you point out, it is not a cure and seems to give about 8 hours of relief, but I see it as a healthy alternative to the ingredients commonly found in off the shelf products that I'd prefer to avoid. I think the fact you pointed this out is a testament to the continued following of this channel (and I am not a RUclips comment Bot).
Well this sounds miserable but very interesting at the same time. I've known people that suffer from this but never knew the cause. Thanks, Dr Dray for teaching me something new. Hopefully the next time I hear someone complain about this type of itch I can help them with your tips. Happy Thursday! Hope you have a relaxing evening. 💞
Aspercreme with lidocaine helped with my NP. I take Gabapentin for advanced cervical arthritis and no longer have the itch 😀
Dr Dray, your explanation was so thorough, I.m sure it will help many suffering people.
Wow, maybe i found you in time. It’s been about a year now. Couldn’t get a grip on what was happening until watching your video. Thx.
I'm all ears!! I've had this issue since menopause started 11 years ago. It's maddening! The itch is very sudden like being bitten by a mosquito. Thankfully I've never had shingles (been vaccinated) but have suffered from cold sores for several decades. The worst time for me is at night as the itch will wake me up several times during the night. The only thing that helps calm it down is Vaseline's Deep Moisture jelly cream. I apply it liberally after every shower. I also have osteopenia. 😟
It is not fun
OMG mine started in perimenapause!! Its shaded brownish too so i DONTTT SCRATCH NOW.
Mine actually started at Menoapuse as well but I also have some confirmed degenerative stuff going on that was confirmed by an MRI, I would actually rather have a case of shingles than this NP.
This information is perfect timing. I’ve had this itch for a few weeks now. I’ve been using Vaseline, but I’ll try the other products as well. I had cervical disc fusion over 20 years ago. I’m going to follow-up with a doctor. Thank You so much for all these tips! You are the best Dr. Dray!!
You're talking my walk; I experienced a very serious fall in 1994, flipped in the air, landed on my right side, breaking my (R) side collarbone, (R) side radial head fracture and (R) side shoulder soft tissue damage. Fast forward many years, I developed the itch on the inside (R) side lower scapula. Over several years I had weekly massage therapy to break up scar tissue, intercostal steroid shots, which, of course, stopped being effective eventually. The last five years, I noticed I developed the itch on the (L) inside lower scapula location. Then, in June, an ER visit with costochondritis (ER because I was out of breath, a senior, so they had to rule out other possible causes). So, NOW, I have this unholy triangle of pain going on. Aug this year, my new pain dr told me matter of factly, "you have Notalgia Paresthetica", and oh, yes; the skin was SO sensitive, stinging, SO sensitive, omg. I'm currently waiting to see a neurologist for an evaluation. Oh, joy. 😞
Thank you Dr Dray for this detailed information. I'm currently attending a total of 12 weeks of PT, as referred by my GP. I'm also given "homework " , which comprises of some of the stretches you mentioned. It's been a slow, yet consistent betterment.
Awesome! I'm glad to know why this happens. Now my back is itchy
What timing! My back has been itchy as H lately! Saving to watch later. Thank you Dr Dray!
THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT I HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH!!! Omg 😮
Wow thank you for this and now I know why I have this. You are brilliant . My entire spine is herniated and had severe shingles at only 28
It's good to know I'm not imagining it. Its worse at bedtime and morning. I too have a back scatcher by my bed. Good to put a name to it. I've had it about 8 years I'm 63. I've never had a back injury so I thought it was a liver problem under the skin area but obviously not. Some times its worse than others. Thank you doctor.
Thank you for posting this! I have been dealing with this for quite some time. I didn't even know where to begin explaining it to my doctor, without sounding crazy!
Interestingly, my back started itching while watching this video but very useful information. Thanks
Same. Itch is so psychological
Mine too!
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Oh my goodness. I am so grateful for this video. I am a runner and especially in summer the itching is unbearable about 10 min into the run and continues after. I have had shingles 5 times even though I have had all the vaccines. This is the best information of how to get relief . Thank you, Dr. DRAY!!!
Thank you for that video. I could never have imagined that this could be nerve related. I had this itch on the upper back since many years. It is not constant but it comes and goes. I thought I had some serious skin condition or some systemic infection that caused that. Sometimes I have to scratch so much that it bleeds and a scab forms. It is never on the same place. It moves around. I will try your solutions and hope for the best.
I’ve had this for years and was just recently diagnosed by my dermatologist!!!
Thank you for posting this!
After numerous visits with two different dermatologists, a third actually helped me by naming the condition. This led me to seek more information, understand the need to stop scratching and seek therapies other than ointments. I am getting some relief from massage, chiropractic, tens and acupuncture. A heating pad is helpful, especially when the itch emerges a bedtime. Thank you for your very helpful descriptions and suggestions.
I definitely have this but have not been diagnosed. The only thing that helps the intense itch at night is Biofreeze professional strength 5% menthol. My chiro recommended it and it helps! I also have an area on my hip that is under control but is low key present all the time.
Wow, thank you Dr Dray! So informative. I’ve had that intense itch to my right shoulder blade area for years which scratching only made it worse but impossible to avoid scratching. Saw a Derm who prescribed photo therapy & hydrophilic petrolatum 2% HCT, both of which helped significantly. However, she didn’t mention this NP condition as a possibility. Interestingly, I’ve also had years of neck stiffness with occasionally acute spasms. I did end up having physio to strengthen the neck core muscles as well as shoulders & back leading to improvement. What an amazing connection! Thanks so much for all your informative videos that help improve conditions that affect quality of life! It’s no joke that severe itch can cause suffering.
Happy Thursday Dr Dray so excited to be here I live for this ❤
Morning!
Greetings David Shabas hope u r well n Happy Thursday😀👍💜….
@@DrDrayzday ❤
@@whitneybrown4067 Happy Thursday Whitney👍
Thank you! Very informative and a potential solution. Have a scar on my back from melanoma removal (11 years cancer free!) and developed a deep itch below the scar. Never got a clear answer what it could be or how to potentially resolve the itch. I have possibilities to try now! Thank you. Appreciate you taking the time to share you expertise and do these videos.
I suffer from this issue. So aggravating! Thanks for this information.
It is frustrating to cope with
I have this. I have asked my Doc to look at it a couple of times and she said that there was nothing there and to put cortisone cream on it if it was bothering me. I got the feeling that she thought it was my imagination. Putting moisturizer on the area everyday help, but I am going to try what you suggested. Thank you for the info, it's good to know that I am not alone in this.
I was diagnosed with this. I was bleeding from scratching and ruining my shirts too. I was given prescription steroids. I have not used it yet because my itch seems to be subsiding. I have increased the distance on my evening walks - maybe that has helped. Maybe it will come back. We will see. Thanks for your detailed explanation! It really helps.
A few months ago I was told of this condition on my back. Unfortunately I scratched the heck out of it before and still do. I was prescribed the capsicum cream yet I didn't pick it up from the pharmacy. The dermatologist told me it could be caused by the nerves from my neck (that has been damaged about 24 years ago by a another specialist). I believed that because she didn't know about that incident with the specialist. I was at the dermatologist to discuss my veins in my legs. Unfortunately I developed the macula amaloid and this is news to me. I will discuss this with my doctor and see what he says. I am living in Europe so many of the products you mentioned I can't get my hands on. What I did recently noticed is menthol powder did alleviate a little bit. Thank you for the explanation.
Oh my goodness! I thought I was just crazy and that this was all in my head. Thank you!
Usually there is nothing in your head but in your body.
I used to have itches all over the body, related to low-level irritation to scented products, aggressive cleaning products, and general dryness. But ever since I *live* by @drdrayzday ‘s advice, all those complaints are gone 😊. I only use unscented products, I shower luke-warm, and only use soap (an actual soap, not a petrochemical detergent) on hollows and pits, and instead of drying myself, I get out of the shower and slather a layer of Cerave over my wet body.
That last bit in particular has lead to *so many compliments* about how soft, smooth and youthful my skin feels 😊
So no notalgia, but a deeply annoying itch nonetheless, but it’s completely gone!
Oh yes! Shingles on on my back years ago & I still feel the after effects- itchy, tingly sensation on my upper back. Gold Bond with menthol & lidocane helps alot. You're not insane! This is real! Thank you so much Dr. Dray
I had NP exactly an year ago for 2-3 months. Dr Dray, I remember searching all over your channel about it, but didn’t find it, glad you made this video now! My NP was caused by injury from deep foam rolling on my upper back too much. I have been foam rolling (using foam ball kit) my upper back muscles 4-5days/week for several years, it helps with my posture, tech-neck and shoulders mobility. Last summer I went overboard and my skin around my rhomboids became dry and itchy with some acne. I was able to heal it from taking a break from foam rolling for a few weeks, using benzoyl peroxide cleanser for the acne, moisturizing with a thick cream.
Could you have an allergy to the foam?? It IS a plastic product.
@@vetsai8199 my skin was never exposed to the foam directly. I always rolled with my cotton shirt or athletic wear on as a barrier. My NP hasn't come back since I have been aware to not apply too much (deep tissue) pressure on my muscles when foam rolling. Still using the same foam rolling ball kit, and my back skin is doing great.
Omg Im SOOOO HAPPY you posted this!!!!
Hi Dr.Dray, you just absolutely nailed what I couldn’t find the name for for years that I’ve had this irritation with scarring on my upper right back. I hate it it’s so itchy. It’s intermittent when it starts acting up lo and behold. Of course I need to scratch. I’ve been putting Cerave moisturizing cream but it’s not enough. I mean I use that anyway on my body I will look into the lotions the Aveeno one in particular cooling. Thank you so much for this video I’m seeing a dermatologist in August. I’ll be sure to bring this up to them. Thanks again.
Oh man, what would I pay to have seen this video back in 2019. My grandma was a diabetic patient with lateral neuropathy. She struggled so so much with back itching that she couldn't help herself but scratch the whole time, which stressed her to the point of going numb to the urge. I could see her restlessness and would feel frustrated to not be able to help in any way rather than help her scratch with no nails to give her a little time of relief. She would beg me to scratch her til she started bleeding, or to take her scratch her skin off 😞
Oh wow...Here I am relieved. After one too many episides of "Monsters inside me", I was in total panic thinking I had some parasitic slug under my skin😮 Mine is more like a pinch in one spot just below a shoulder blade. It flares up a few times a week. THANK YOU DR. DRAY❤
I couldn’t click any faster ! Ive been suffering of this for years now! So glad you posted, ok back to the video 😊
Thanks for watching
Interesting you mention gabapentin because I'm starting to think that's what alleviated my arm and back irritations; although I was put on it for anxiety. My first month on it completely diminished the itching.
Yes, gabapentin can help with itch
Thank you so much for covering this. I have been suffering with this for 30 years. I will definitely be trying your suggestions. I am trying to avoid taking the gabapentin.
I was prescribed as well, but haven't taken it due to the side-effects and cautions about it.
So far, PT has been helping. Also every am and pm, I do my "homework " stretches as instructed by physical therapist.
My husband has this. Your info. Is so helpful. Thanks for posting this.
Glad it was helpful!
How I wish I had had a doctor that would have diagnosed this early on. I have had this condition for 30 years. I have been on gabapentin for other nerve disorders but it hasn’t helped at all. I will try to stop the itch/scratch cycle but as you said it is a pleasurable relief . My back is itching just thinking about this. Thank you Dr. Dray.
Thank you so so much. I have Small Fibre Neuropathy and had no idea this was related. It’s a relief in itself to have it explained. The itch is just how you describe it. Really wish you were in the UK as so many of the US products in your videos aren’t easily available in the UK.
Thank you Doctor for the information its really help me a lot God bless you always 🙏❤❤❤
I've had this for 25 or 30 years. I usually keep a back scratcher within reach. I remember hyperpigmentation started as patches under my scapula blades, worse on one side - now it covers my back. My dermatologist recommended moisturizing cream, which helped a lot. I will try the stretches. Definitely worse if there are no distractions, for example at night.
The dermatologist said I had this condition and recommended Sarna Lotion, which provides relief for a day. I have spinal problems that cause serious low back and hip pain. I use physical therapy, massages, TENS units, dry needling, heat, pain relief creams, and supplements every week to reduce the symptoms. Yet, once problems begin, nothing permanently will resolve them.
Thank you for this. I've been dealing with this badly the past year, thinking it was mainly a skin condition. Good information to know
Omg I think I have this! I went to my derm and had what appeared to be acne on my back (which I had never gotten before). These bumps appeared over night on my upper back and were itchy AF. Of course I scratched at it and the bumps stabbed up. It was awful. Not to mention I have scoliosis and other upper back issues. I am not one for self diagnosing, but this actually helps and I will bring it up next time I go to my derm.
So happy to have found this video. I got this last year, same time, itching on my left shoulder that got worse as I itched it...drove me crazy and is starting back up this winter...not sure why or what happened to cause it but it's hard to not scratch it!! Has a weird tingling feeling that I've never experienced anywhere else on my body. Last year I went to my ND, my MD and a Dermatologist. The Dermatologist said it was dermatitis, ND thought it was a histamine response, MD said it was also a dermatitis or eczema and prescribed a steroid to reduce the inflammation and itching sensation. It finally went away after about 3-4 months. I only used the steroid cream 3-4 x as after research it seems you can become addicted or your skin can to this so I suffered through it...crazy that it's coming back again! I'm trying not to itch but it's a struggle...I'm going to schedule an appointment for accupuncture and try some of the things you suggested! At least now I have an idea of what I'm dealing with and a name for it! Just FYI Curcumin seemed to help the most for me as far as a natural remedy for the inflammation and itching! Thanks again so much for the video!
great video! Thank you. I have this condition and macular amyloid on back,, Right now the pain is what is the worst symptom.
I will try what you said ! Thank you!
This is great information! TFS! 🥰
Oh my word Doc…my brother who very recently passed had this…I worried so much because he always itched…he’s gone now but at least I can identify his discomfort….somehow it brings me peace…
Happy Thursday Dr Dray…wow! You are spot on..I’ve had shingles it was horrible! I’m terrible with the back scratcher I just keep scratching with it on and on it feels so good then when you stop it’s straight back again. My left hand side of my back has that tingling feeling and because I couldn’t sleep having arthritis my GP put me on amitriptyline I’ve been on this medication for 3 years…thank you so much for addressing this issue….see you tomorrow x💙🤩
I’ve been dealing with this for over a year. I have MS. Thanks for your detailed information. Thanks 😊
Good evening , Dr. Dray ❤
Hi dr dray , thank you for another great video ,😊❤ xx
I have this condition due to several factors...sunburn as a child (Hawaii), spinal injury, and a tethered spinal cord. I use gabapentin to reduce nerve itch, as needed. My dad had it as well. When he got home from work, he would always take a few moments to scratch.
Goodness. I have had itchy back for years, and enjoy using a hair brush in that area. I also have itchy neck. Hair brush is good for that too…. after which I apply Vaseline.
Cold pressed coconut oil is great too.
Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you Dr. Dray. You have put a lot of ny worries away! I am hopping on my inversion table shortly. Your diagnosis of infrequent exercizing was right on targer\t. Also I like to say Amen. Amen.
Ya just got this .had a back injury and my neck is bent foward
. Itching started a week ago thought it was shingles. Excruciating going to get physical therapy for sure. Thank you.
I HAVE THIS! Same spot on my back so itchy that I've created a big hyperpigmented area on my upper right side of my back, but itching DOES relieve mine & it doesn't bother me when sleeping. I had a dermatology resident diagnose it a few years ago. I may have some spine issues that don't cause me pain because when I got a body composition DEXAscan last month, I was surprised to see my backbone curved to the left at rhe bottom. 😮 Thanks for the stretching tips. I hadn't heard this before.
Thank you so much this gives me more understanding about my mum, she's been having sleeping problems from itchiness really bad, she had shingles on her lower back but it's all gone but itchy is still there
For years I thought I was the only one who suffered from extremely itchy skin on my face and neck at night. I have never understood why it is only at night
My 77 yr old father is currently suffering from this. He has gone through several tests & doctors can't find a treatment. I feel bad for him because it's an itch that can't be relieved by anything.
I have had notalgia paresthetica for probably the past 6 years and have only just started massage and needling therapy. After the 1st session I found my back was even more itchy but refused to scratch. I also use cortisone cream which helps the itch, my physiotherapist has never heard of notalgia paresthetica which I just happened to find after noticing the dark mark on my back and did research on Google, fortunately the itch does not interrupt my sleep.
Thanks for covering this. I’ve been watching my diet and walking lately and that’s really helped. I know high blood sugar and diabetes can cause nerve damage. Is there any correlation with blood sugar and this condition? I was thinking maybe the reduced sugar and carbs might be contributing to my relief.
Also, it starts itchy around bedtime. Just in the middle where you cant reach it. Sarna lotion helps if you can get it on the area.
Thanks for the all the great info! I suffer from symptoms like this, although I am itchy all over, especially my lower legs. I have Fibromyalgia, do you think it could be related?
Thank you for making detail video
After Shingles 2 years ago having so bad problems - thanks for your video!
I've had this my whole life.
Right. It's an annoyance for sure. But it's not dehabilitating for me. I use capsaicin when it's real bad. Def worse when I'm stressed out about something.
OMG! I have this! I get monthly Chiropractic adjustments that help a lot.
The black flower mic & sunlight in background look good in your video 😎
Thank you
Good morning Dr Dray! Have you reviewed the Simple spf 30 oil? The box instructions say to use only 3 drops, which seems dubious. But if correct, would be great cost per use. Love the videos!
I don't believe Dr Dray's reviewed this product but the one dermatologist I did see review a SPF oil (supergoop) says they should be treated like "in addition to" your primary sunscreen. In other words, you use your primary sunscreen and if you need a touch-up, you can use the oil or spf powder or spf stick or spf spray.
Thanks, that's great to know! The manufacturers should really clarify that 🙄
@@vloguidice3932 Yes, well as you mentioned the product you were asking about said to use three drops... So it's not all that surprising there isn't more clarity on some of these products.
So I was not going nuts!
I had shingles and the unscratchable upper back itch is about #7 to compared with shingles #10. You ought to be everywhere. Once scratched my back on a stuccoed wall.
Air dried towels..horrible so fustrating. Thanks for the assist.
Watching this is making me itch!
Thank you so much for this video. I have 4 degenerative disks but also my arthritis is so bad and has encased them and affected my bladder nerves. Verified by MRI, now I know why my back itches so bad and yes worse at night, I carry a back scratcher in my purse, one on my bedside table and also one next to the couch. I will definitely try some of the creams you mentioned. ❤️❤️
Thank you for this video!!
After my car accident, developed my “phantom itch”. Massage & physio helped. As my levator scapula got released & in place, less itch! Never knew the medical term for this. Ty
I use Shea butter