Horrible itching arms and shoulders

[jessicalynn76]

what treatment options are available for chronic upper body itching?

[Sweetp241]

Type your answer here Try benadryl. This is commonly given to people who have an itching problem

[Dr. Kokil Mathur]

Hi
Welcome to the MedHelp forum!
Generally only upper body itching is seen in cervical nephropathy and in hyperthyroidism due to increased sweating. Hence MRI of cervical spine and Blood test to rule out thyroid disorders should be tried.
Other than that it could be urticaria or hives.  Urticaria is usually triggered by allergens, such as drugs, foods, insect bites, inhaled substances, in response to sunlight, cold, heat, stress, exercise, or a viral infection. Other common allergens are pollen, mold, dust, pet dander, or cosmetics. Since you experienced an itch, just go over these possibilities in your mind. Something may strike you. In many cases, hives clear up themselves and don’t require diagnosis or treatment. However if they persists you may need to see a specialist called an allergist to determine what is causing the reaction.
Hope this helps. It is difficult to comment beyond this at this stage. Please let me know if there is any thing else and do keep me posted. Take care!