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The uncomfortable and uncontrollable sensation of itchy skin, also known as pruritus, makes you desire to scratch it off. Internal disorders and skin conditions are two potential reasons for itching.
The following are some causes of itching skin:
Skin problems. Examples include hives, burns, scars, insect bites, scabies, psoriasis, dry skin (xerosis), eczema (dermatitis), scabies, and parasites.
Internal maladies. Whole-body itching could be a sign of an underlying condition like multiple myeloma, lymphoma, liver disease, kidney disease, anaemia, diabetes, or thyroid issues.
Nerve conditions. Examples include shingles, pinched nerves, and multiple sclerosis (herpes zoster).
Psychiatric disorders. Examples include sadness, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Allergic responses and irritability. The skin can become irritated by wool, chemicals, soaps, and other things, which can result in rashes and itching.
An allergic reaction can sometimes be brought on by the chemical, such as poison ivy or cosmetics. Additionally, adverse pharmacological reactions, including those from narcotic painkillers (opioids), can result in skin itching.
Sometimes it’s impossible to pinpoint what’s causing the irritation.
The course of treatment will depend on what is causing the irritation. A decent moisturiser may be all that is required for those who have dry skin.
A dermatologist may advise corticosteroid creams for these and other skin disorders such as eczema, dermatitis, or hives. To relieve itching, they can be applied straight to the skin. Oral antihistamines and topical calcineurin inhibitors can also assist to soothe itching.
Antihistamines taken orally are frequently used as allergy treatments. They can be ordered online or prescribed. Zyrtec, Claritin, and Benadryl are a few examples.
Fungal infections: Antifungal medication can be used to treat ringworm, athlete’s foot, and other fungal diseases. Shampoos and creams are examples of topical therapies. An oral drug may be recommended by the doctor for serious infections. Commonly used is terbinafine, also known as Lamisil.
Topical antihistamines can soothe itching caused by insect bites and stings. Use an insect repellent, keep fly screens in good condition, and keep the body covered with clothing to avoid bites.
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