Brachioradial pruritus is a type of nerve disorder.
The Brachioradial pruritus which is a nerve disorder causes itching, stinging, or tingling sensations in this area of the outer forearm.
Brachioradial pruritus usually affects both arms, but it can occur in only one arm.
There are several pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies that have been shown to be effective in some patients.
Topical agents used to improve symptoms are capsaicin cream, pramoxine cream, doxepin cream, amitriptyline 1%/ketamine 0.5% cream, and ice packs.
Brachioradial pruritus is a specific subtype of neuropathic pruritus that commonly presents in women.
This condition is a type of neurological itch that mostly involves the dorsal forearm.
If you have brachioradial pruritus, you may feel an intense urge to scratch your forearms.
You may also notice burning, stinging, or tingling sensations in your arms.
The symptoms of this disorder are often worse after exposure to the sun.
Brachioradial pruritus is diagnosed by taking a medical history and examining the skin. If the history suggests that spinal abnormities may be the cause, medical imaging such as CT scan and MRI may be needed.
Brachioradial pruritus is often diagnosed by a skin specialist called a dermatologist.
They usually identify it based on your symptoms and where on the body the itching is reported.
Your doctor may begin by working to eliminate other possible causes of your itching.