If a wool sweater makes you itch or if polyester pants give you a rash you may have what s called textile or clothing dermatitis it s a form of contact dermatitis.
Itching after carpet contact.
The treatment for itching will largely depend on the cause.
Allergic contact dermatitis doesn t always cause a skin reaction right away.
However when your carpet is causing you to itch it s important to recognize that there are many potential causes of itching and irritation other than pests.
However there are some things you can try and treatments your gp or pharmacist can offer that may help relieve an itch and reduce the risk of skin damage caused by scratching.
Read more about some of the causes of itching.
But we re guessing a deep clean of your house isn t on the list.
Seek the advice of a physician.
Instead you may notice symptoms that take place anywhere from 12 to 72 hours after exposure.
If itching continues more than 2 4 weeks after initial treatment or if new burrows or rash continue to appear if initial treatment includes more than one application or dose then the 2 4 time period begins after the last application or dose retreatment with scabicide may be necessary.