Itchy skin is am uncomfortable, irritating sensation that makes you want to scratch. Normally, itchy skin is not serious but it can make one feel uncomfortable. Sometimes, it might be caused by an underlying medical condition such as liver disease, iron deficiency anaemia, thyroid problems.
Itchy skin can be caused by
- Allergies
- Dry skin
- Reaction to certain medication such as antibiotic, antifungal
- Skin condition such as eczema, psoriasis.
Itching might be accompanied by skin rash, blisters, redness, and at other times it might not.
TREATMENT
- Dry skin can be treated with moisturizers
- If caused by allergies or reaction to drugs, certain drugs can be used to counter the reactions.
- If caused by underlying medical condition, the medical condition should be treated.
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