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Grasswire2

(13,842 posts) Thu May 22, 2025, 08:00 PM May 22

searching for hints about a skin sensation [View all]

For months, my skin on upper arms and back have periods where it feels ON FIRE. Absolutely burning sensation having nothing to do with room temp.
I discussed it with my pharmacist to ask if it might be from a medication. Nope.
It is not related to any known medical condition that I have. Doctor doesn't know.what it might be.
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searching for hints about a skin sensation [View all] Grasswire2 May 22 OP

I was going to ask if it could be shingles, but if your doctor doesn't know Mike 03 May 22 #1

Could nerves in neck / upper back be pinched? SheltieLover May 22 #2

Dunno. I have an area on my back that feels like a topical itch but is actually caused by nerve irritation. tanyev May 22 #3

yeah, I read up on NP and you are right -- more localized than what I am experiencing. NT Grasswire2 May 28 #8

Check with a doctor of osteopathy SheltieLover May 22 #4

My first thought was allodynia TexLaProgressive May 22 #5

Nerve pain was my first thought, too... slightlv May 22 #7

Make sure any toiletries are hypoallergenic Ponietz May 22 #6