T For Itching

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T for itching.

Most itching is treatable and doesn t indicate a serious problem. Bacterial and fungal infections bites and stings infestations chronic diseases atopic dermatitis psoriasis allergic reactions sun exposure and dry skin and other skin disorders and health conditions all may be causes of itching. Itchy skin treatment focuses on finding the cause of the itch and removing it. Anti itch creams and lotions containing camphor menthol phenol pramoxine caladryl tronolane diphenhydramine.

Corticosteroid creams and ointments. Sometimes the cause of the itching can t be determined. Scratching and the inflammation that comes. Itchy skin that lasts more than six weeks chronic pruritus can affect the quality of your life for example by interrupting your sleep and causing anxiety or depression.

Itchy skin can be stressful and frustrating. During pregnancy some women experience itchy skin. It isn t clear what causes it but it s extremely itchy. However it s best to check with your doctor to confirm a diagnosis and treatment.

Last medically reviewed on september 18 2019. Kids are more likely to get it if their family has a history of asthma and allergies. While itching usually doesn t indicate a serious problem general itchiness all over can sometimes be a sign of a serious condition including thyroid kidney or liver disease or even cancer.