7. Itching Episodes: Fibromas’ Irritating Flare-Ups
Amidst the myriad of fibroma symptoms, one often overlooked sign is itching. It isn’t a constant itch but comes in episodes, sometimes intensifying to the point of being maddening. But what makes a fibroma itchy?
The skin, our protective barrier, reacts to disturbances in fascinating ways. When a fibroma develops, it can sometimes cause localized inflammation. This inflammation releases chemicals that irritate nerve endings, leading to episodes of itching. These aren’t your regular itches; they’re more persistent, often leading one to scratch vigorously.
Over time, this itching can cause the overlying skin to become red, flaky, or even bruised. It’s intriguing to think of this as a silent dialogue between the skin and the underlying fibroma, a tussle of sorts, where the skin reacts to the fibroma’s invasive presence. (7)
