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Post by toni on Nov 24, 2015 11:27:39 GMT -5
They've nicknamed this (unknown) condition skin writing, because "if one were to scratch themselves" in a straight line for instance,
the skin will welt up in that straight line, which is made up of many little bumps, that itch really something awful.
If one scratches their skin anywhere, it will leave a raised trail of little itchy bumps.
I've scratched the back of my upper arm, and oh...did it ever leave raised lines (for a short time) of zillions of itchy little bumps.
Just moments ago, I scratched my thigh, and every scratch mark is now left raised, which the raised lines now are made up of zillions of little itching bumps.
From Wiki: Dermatographic urticaria (also known as dermographism, dermatographism or "skin writing") is a skin disorder and one of the most common types of urticaria.[1][2]
Picture from link www.riversideonline.com/health_reference/Disease-Conditions/DS00755.cfm Signs and symptoms
Dermatographia
The symptoms are thought to be caused by mast cells in the surface of the skin releasing histamines without the presence of antigens, due to the presence of a weak membrane surrounding the mast cells.
The histamines released cause the skin to swell in the affected areas.
This weak membrane easily and rapidly breaks down under physical pressure causing an allergic-like reaction, in general a red weal (welt) to appear on the skin. It can often be confused with an allergic reaction to the object causing a scratch, when in fact it is the act of being scratched that causes a weal to appear. These weals are a subset of urticaria (hives) that appear within minutes, in some cases accompanied by itching. The first outbreak of urticaria can lead to others on body parts not directly stimulated, scraped, or scratched. In a normal case, the swelling will decrease with no treatment within 15–30 minutes, but, in extreme cases, itchy red welts may last anywhere from a few hours to days.
Causes
The underlying cause of dermographism is not known, and can last for many years without relief. Five percent of chronic cases are never solved. Increased incidence has been observed following prolonged exposure to microwaves. *** isn't that interesting*** The condition may subside and be effectively cured; however, it is often a lifelong ailment. It is not a life-threatening disease and is not contagious.
Symptoms can be induced or worsened by periods of anxiety, physical stress, tight or abrasive clothing, watches, glasses, heat, cold,[5] or anything that causes stress to the skin.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dermatographic_urticarial
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Post by toni on Nov 24, 2015 11:33:35 GMT -5
Is anyone else having this happen (anytime you scratch your skin) the lines get left for a while, and the scratch lines are made up of lots and lots of little raised bumps?
Something *sort of funny* but I remember in the 70's when I had my first microwave oven, I also got my mom one too.
Well, she was scared to death of it, saying "Toni, who knows what these microwave's can really do to a person, and that won't be known for years to come after many people have used them.
This has been in the back of my mind, of course, because we know "microwaves or radiation" do have the ability to change DNA.
And, the time line would fit too.
Not that I'm now saying I think "microwaves are IT" but....WE would be ( the result of something not thoroughly known yet that was used in the 70's)- the timing would fit.
Like cell phones, look at what they're seeing today, and when cell phones first came out, up until recently, (they) thought the cell phones were safe!
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Post by itchin4answers on Nov 25, 2015 20:48:38 GMT -5
Is anyone else having this happen (anytime you scratch your skin) the lines get left for a while, and the scratch lines are made up of lots and lots of little raised bumps? Something *sort of funny* but I remember in the 70's when I had my first microwave oven, I also got my mom one too. Well, she was scared to death of it, saying " Toni, who knows what these microwave's can really do to a person, and that won't be known for years to come after many people have used them. This has been in the back of my mind, of course, because we know "microwaves or radiation" do have the ability to change DNA. And, the time line would fit too. Not that I'm now saying I think "microwaves are IT" but....WE would be ( the result of something not thoroughly known yet that was used in the 70's)- the timing would fit. Like cell phones, look at what they're seeing today, and when cell phones first came out, up until recently, (they) thought the cell phones were safe! The scratches toni, that is how my Rheumatologist diagnosed Fibromyalgia as well as pressing the pressure points. Back in the mid nineties when I saw him. He said fibromyalgia is caused from child abuse and not being able to say no. It was still in research then with the Melbourne University and they knew then that it disrupted REM sleep.
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Post by toni on Nov 27, 2015 8:41:48 GMT -5
Is anyone else having this happen (anytime you scratch your skin) the lines get left for a while, and the scratch lines are made up of lots and lots of little raised bumps? Something *sort of funny* but I remember in the 70's when I had my first microwave oven, I also got my mom one too. Well, she was scared to death of it, saying " Toni, who knows what these microwave's can really do to a person, and that won't be known for years to come after many people have used them. This has been in the back of my mind, of course, because we know "microwaves or radiation" do have the ability to change DNA. And, the time line would fit too. Not that I'm now saying I think "microwaves are IT" but....WE would be ( the result of something not thoroughly known yet that was used in the 70's)- the timing would fit. Like cell phones, look at what they're seeing today, and when cell phones first came out, up until recently, (they) thought the cell phones were safe! The scratches toni, that is how my Rheumatologist diagnosed Fibromyalgia as well as pressing the pressure points. Back in the mid nineties when I saw him. He said fibromyalgia is caused from child abuse and not being able to say no. It was still in research then with the Melbourne University and they knew then that it disrupted REM sleep. Hi Itchin, I've got to say, (since your Rheumatologist) said that (Dermatographia) is caused by as you said he said- well...the only thing I can say is : That Rheumatologist has his head screwed on backwards - and "if I were you"... I'd never go back to some quack doc that EVER said anything so crazy as that. Actually, if you've got what he said 'in writing anywhere'...I'd get a lawyer too and put that crazy doc out of business or at least put a cramp in his life with a disciplinary action since he's dolling out comments that are absolutely from left field to say the very least. Just because some person is practicing medicine, as that Rheumatologist is or was, doesn't mean he can say such fool crazy things to you.
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Post by itchin4answers on Nov 28, 2015 15:19:57 GMT -5
The scratches toni, that is how my Rheumatologist diagnosed Fibromyalgia as well as pressing the pressure points. Back in the mid nineties when I saw him. He said fibromyalgia is caused from child abuse and not being able to say no. It was still in research then with the Melbourne University and they knew then that it disrupted REM sleep. Hi Itchin, I've got to say, (since your Rheumatologist) said that (Dermatographia) is caused by as you said he said- well...the only thing I can say is : That Rheumatologist has his head screwed on backwards - and "if I were you"... I'd never go back to some quack doc that EVER said anything so crazy as that. Actually, if you've got what he said 'in writing anywhere'...I'd get a lawyer too and put that crazy doc out of business or at least put a cramp in his life with a disciplinary action since he's dolling out comments that are absolutely from left field to say the very least. Just because some person is practicing medicine, as that Rheumatologist is or was, doesn't mean he can say such fool crazy things to you. Hi toni, No, I don't have that part in writing. Only have in writing that Fibromyalgia was still in research with Melbourne University and this was in 1996 I think. This Rheumatologist is still practicing and I worked with this guy years ago in the late 80's when I was a medical audio typist in a hospital in Melbourne. These doctors are living a lie. Fibromyalgia patients have many infections, mycoplasma being one I know. I did see this guy (Rheumatologist) again in about 2004 was referred back to him when I had green and blue muck coming out of my hands. He did some bloods and tests and was meant to call me back. I remember it clearly phoning him one evening for my results. He was so rude, saying that my results hadn't shown anything and he couldn't help me. He was so cold and rude and that was the end of the conversation. The Rheumatologists these days, that I know of, are ruled by one force only, the pharmaceutical companies. The entire thing stinks!
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