I used to get a horrible itchy rash the first year or so that my RSD was really bad. It was before I started the lidocaine infusions and during my blocks, about 2 years ago now I think. The worst of the itch was on my back, I found that a pasta grabber was the most effective way to scratch it. I still have the scars. And some shirts with the blood stains! I also got the rash on my stomach, but it didn't itch as badly as my back. My rashes lasted maybe 6 months or so, give or take. They randomly went away and never came back, although I do experience skin color changes when my RSD is acting up. It's weird that the rashes picked those 2 spots, since my RSD is in my shoulder, neck, head and right leg for the most part.


Hopefully, your rashes will also pass. I found that hot showers and a hair dryer seemed to draw the itch out for a while, although I'm sure it wasn't very good for my skin.

Good luck, Sandy