There are more reasons for itchy calves, such as eczema, urticaria, ichthyosis, etc., which need to be treated with different ointments according to different causes, such as glucocorticoid ointment, moisturizing cream, keratolytic relaxant, etc.
1. Eczema: For the itchy calves caused by eczema, under the guidance of a doctor, apply glycerin lotion and peppermint itching solution to relieve itching; if there is a large amount of exudation, 3% boric acid solution or 0.1% ethacridine solution can be used to apply wet compresses.
In addition can also be under the guidance of the doctor external glucocorticoid ointment, such as hydrocortisone ointment, tretinoin cream, etc., can play the role of anti-inflammatory and anti-itching; secondly, for the chronic eczema, can be used to moisturizing agent or keratin loosening agent to ease the relief, such as 20 ~ 40% urea ointment, 5% ~ 10% salicylic acid ointment and so on.
2. Urticaria: mainly oral antihistamine-based drugs, such as loratadine, cetirizine, etc., but if the itching of the calf is intense, it can also be appropriate to use anti-itching solution for relief, such as peppermint itching solution, glycerite lotion.
3. Ichthyosis: for ichthyosis caused by calf itching, can be under the guidance of the doctor, the use of retinoic acid topical preparation or calcipotriol ointment, etc. can improve the keratinization, so as to reduce the scales.
Secondly, moisturizers can also be used to relieve the symptoms of dry skin, such as urea cream and lactic acid ointment. For severe cases, treatment with oral retinoids, such as isotretinoin or avitamin A, is also needed.
Itchy calves may also be caused by other reasons, such as mosquito bites, diabetes, etc. It is recommended that timely hospitalization, active diagnosis and treatment. Drugs follow the doctor’s instructions for rational use.