Why are skin diseases so hard to diagnose and treat? What do you do when you have a rare skin disease that baffles your doctor? Do you stay with the same doctor or do you try many doctors of every discipline, not just dermatologists? In August 2002, the author of this book started itching intensely and uncontrollably. Concurrent with the itch was the darkening and thickening of the skin in the location where the skin was itching. This was the beginning of the journey of tons of medications, dozens of doctors and millions of headaches and heartaches. This journey led to no more short sleeves and short dresses and a revelation of what is a real friend and sincere coworker. If you have ever wondered why skin diseases are hard to diagnose and treat, this book is for you. If you have ever itched all over your body, or if you have not itched all over your body, this book is for you. Knowledge of the experiences of others is a big step in the process of diagnosing and treating skin diseases. This is an inspiring story of never giving up, encouraging others and reaching out.