Topic: Itchy bones - what the heck??

I certainly have nerve pain which itches. But I wouldn't say that it originates in my bones-why do you feel it's a bony itch? (If that's not a silly question?!) I have the reverse-it responds to ice packs. I've also recently been prescribed anaesthetic patches, which really help. I'm on a very low dose of gabapenin-with assurances that it can be increases substantially if necessary. Have no idea if we're experiencing similair problems-as I certainly don't feel mine originates in the bones!

I got nerve damage from a car accident.  Was very itchy as nerve grew back.  Doctor told me nerves can continue to regenerate for a year or two and that the itching was a good sign.

Dear Cheryl,

I found those air-activated heating pads to be helpful - I could have my husband position it on my back where it needed to be, and then I could put on my bra to hold it or tape it on.  Not quite as warm as hot watter bottle, but worked pretty good for me. Hope you get some relief -

Becky

I had the same itchy feeling on my shoulder, but was told it was due to nerve damage when they removed the lymph nodes. My surgeon told me a lot of surgeons don't like to do lymph nodes for breast cancer because they're so wrapped around the nerves and such. He told me to expect a numb shoulder and underarm, which I have and doesn't bother me, but he also mentioned the phantom pain or itching that could come from the lymph node surgery. I can certainly feel the itching, but can't feel myself scratching!