Hi meya,
Thanks for your question and for finding EmpowHER. If you have this condition, your legs no doubt are irritated. I didn't see anything in the information I found about itchiness specifically, but if your legs are dry and irritated, it seems to make sense. Did the dermatologist give you any type of topical lotion to use, or can you use a non-irritating lotion like Cera Ve or Cetaphil on it? I'm not sure the doctor would recommend a hot tub, as it may further irritate the skin, and hot tubs are known to harbor bacteria. Did the doctor suggest it? What medication did the doctor give you to treat it? Did they check to find the root cause of the infection? Do you have other conditions you are being treated for?
Here is more information about this condition that may be of interest: Erythema Nodosum
Good luck and let us know how you're doing.
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Hi meya,
December 14, 2010 - 9:13amThanks for your question and for finding EmpowHER. If you have this condition, your legs no doubt are irritated. I didn't see anything in the information I found about itchiness specifically, but if your legs are dry and irritated, it seems to make sense. Did the dermatologist give you any type of topical lotion to use, or can you use a non-irritating lotion like Cera Ve or Cetaphil on it? I'm not sure the doctor would recommend a hot tub, as it may further irritate the skin, and hot tubs are known to harbor bacteria. Did the doctor suggest it? What medication did the doctor give you to treat it? Did they check to find the root cause of the infection? Do you have other conditions you are being treated for?
Here is more information about this condition that may be of interest:
Erythema Nodosum
Good luck and let us know how you're doing.
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