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Just got a hot tub a few weeks before I finding out of my PN. Some days different water Temps help easy skin from feeling not like mine, with the pain with joints. Ext

October 20, 2023
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Members shared mixed experiences and concerns about using hot tubs with prurigo nodularis, with several warning that hot water can worsen... Read more

Members shared mixed experiences and concerns about using hot tubs with prurigo nodularis, with several warning that hot water can worsen itching and is generally not recommended for PN. Some members offered alternative approaches, including bleach baths with tempered water, chlorinated pool water for symptom relief, and using African black soap followed by lotion after exposure to help manage skin sensitivity. A recurring theme was caution about heat exposure, chemicals, and open sores, with the consensus being that while some find temporary relief from joint pain or sciatica, excessive heat tends to aggravate PN symptoms and trigger more scratching.

A MyPrurigoTeam Member

Hot showers and baths are not good for PN. You will itch, and therefore scratch, even more.

October 22, 2023
A MyPrurigoTeam Member

Irma good morning I do know that hot hot water is not good for PN . My first doctor had me take bleach baths with a 1/4 cup bleach with tempered water for a least 15min than rinse. By personal experience we had a pool and the chlorine water would help me in the summer. I hope this helped answer your question. 🫶🏼

October 22, 2023
A MyPrurigoTeam Member

Too much hot water may not be good for you and your PN.

October 31, 2023
A MyPrurigoTeam Member

Irma, Black soap is a natural antibacterial and exfoliating properties, African black soap acts gently to improve skin texture and tone. The soap also reduces inflammation and may help treat some signs of aging like dark spots or wrinkles. You can use African black soap on your face, hands, body — even your hair. It’s gentle and you can purchase at Walmart. Hope this helps 🫶🏼😎

October 23, 2023
A MyPrurigoTeam Member

Use it just shower with black soap afterward I do it and then put lotion on

October 23, 2023 (edited)

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