Expert ReplyCondition analysis:
Friction of the skin causes raised red and itchy lines in the pattern of the irritation. In other words, if you use an object (such as the end of a spoon handle) to write your name on your arm without too much force, the result is the appearance of your name on your skin in the form of itchy raised red welts. This occurs within a couple of minutes or less. Another example is light scratching of the skin. This results in the appearance of dramatic looking red and raised marks on the skin, indicating exactly the pattern of the scratching that occurred. Dermatographism or dermographism is not a serious condition. However, because this skin problem can be very uncomfortable, annoying, and stressful for individuals, it may lead to deterioration of general good health if left untreated.
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Apple Cider Vinegar: This isn’t the first time I’ve sung the praises of the uber-versatile ACV, and I suspect it won’t be the last. Apple cider vinegar is an effective antiseptic, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial agent that relieves itching, especially itching associated with dry skin (for example: sunburns and dandruff). It’s also popularly used for pets with dry, itchy skin as well, by adding a few cupfuls to their bath water.
How to use it: Just put a few drops of it onto a cotton ball or washcloth and dab it on to the affected area. Use raw, organic, unfiltered apple cider vinegar (Bragg’s is a good brand) with the "mother," a strand-like sediment floating at the bottom of the bottle that contains raw enzymes and beneficial bacteria.