Itchy Legs!

[Chasingcars]

I have been getting really itch legs the last few days, mainly evenings rather than the day and seems to be worse when I am cold. I cannot relate it to change of washing powder or use of any new products etc.
The last time I had this I was pregnant but I am definitely not pregnant currently...any ideas? Thank you!

[Buenchico]

Have you got any feline (or possibly canine) residents or visitors? It's the start of the flea season!

[pixie373]

All over your legs? Is there a rash, or anything visible? Possibly allergy, dry skin, flea bites, circulation...

[Chasingcars]

We dont have any pets in the house. The itchiness is mainly on lower leg on shins, a little on thighs but not as bad. No raised rash, just red where I am scratching. Oddly worse in evenings.
I meant to add that I have the Implanon implant, not sure if this is a side effect though I have had Implanon on and off for last 10 years and the current one been in for 18 months with no side effects.

[pixie373]

Maybe try antihistamine and see if it's an allergy? Moisturise the skin well. You might need some hydrocortisone if that doesn't help.

[askyourgran]

I've been to see my GP about itchy legs, mainly my shins and around my ankles, just dry skin patches. I usually start itching when I get warm in bed, during the day it isn't too bad at this time of year. I've been given some hydrocortisone ointment to use morning and night. It is working but not clearing it completely, I am currently waiting for an appointment to see a Dermatologist. No chance being pregnant. Not much help to you now but if I get to know something I'll post on here.

[Mosaic]

I get itchy shins in cold weather - vaseline and knee socks combined really help. Because vaseline lasts a long time I don't need to apply every day - every couple of days at most but as little as once a week.

[dunnitall]

Just to throw something else into the mix, itchy legs can be a sign of poor circulation, maybe that could be considered too here.

[boxtops]

Go to the doc!