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What can I apply to calm sensitive skin on my wrists and sometimes inner forearms? It hurts to touch it against any kind of material. Shirts, chair arms, seams on clothing ~ all irritate it! Any help or suggestions are welcome! Thank you in advance!

April 4
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Members dealing with sensitive, painful skin on their wrists and forearms came together to share what has helped them find relief. Several... Read more

Members dealing with sensitive, painful skin on their wrists and forearms came together to share what has helped them find relief. Several members recommended gentle moisturizing products like Cetaphil, Aveeno, and CeraVe, while others found relief using Sarna lotion or lidocaine sprays, with one member suggesting applying lidocaine first and then moisturizing since lidocaine can be drying. A recurring theme was the importance of talking to a doctor, as some members connected this sensitivity to fibromyalgia or nerve issues, with one member even finding success through physical therapy to help desensitize the nerves.

A myRAteam Member

It might be best to check with a dermatologist. Something natural maybe

April 4
A myRAteam Member

Great idea! I have to go there for some other stuff and will definitely look for some! Thanks Linda!!!

April 4
A myRAteam Member

Maybe you could get a travel size pkg of it just to try it. They have it a Walmart.
My Rhuemy joined with the Dermatologist dept in the clinic I go to.

April 4
A myRAteam Member

CindiSmith, Hi Have you tried putting cream on it for sensitive skin like Cetaphil for instance?

April 4
A myRAteam Member

@A myRAteam Member I already am taking Gabapentin for diabetic Neuropathy. Maybe my Dr will up my dosage though. I had not considered Fibromyalgia as a possibility. 😳 Hoping that's not the case, but I'm definitely mentioning it next week at my PCP Dr visit! Thank you! Take care of your arm, that looks like it sure hurts and I sure am sorry that happened to you!

April 4

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