Why is my skin itchy

I want to know why my skin is itchy. I am 25- year old female secretary.

Chioma (by SMS)

 

Pruritus is another name for itchy skin. There are many possible causes, ranging from eczema and dry skin to bed bugs, fungal infections, liver disease, and anxiety. Itchy skin can be the result of a rash or another skin condition.

It can also be a symptom of a more serious condition such as liver disease or kidney failure. It is important to identify the problem and treat the underlying cause to get relief. When the skin loses too much water, it can become dry.

Those with excessively dry skin can experience a nearly constant itch. Common signs and symptoms of dry skin include; rough, scaly, or flaking skin, excessive itching, gray or ashy-looking skin in people with dark skin, cracks in the skin that are prone to bleeding as well as chapped or cracked skin or lips.

Environmental factors leading to dry skin include excessively hot or cold weather with low humidity. Washing too much can also cause dry skin. A good moisturizer can usually help relieve symptoms of dry skin. Extremely dry skin can be a warning sign of dermatitis, so it may be necessary to see a dermatologist to help get relief and keep the condition from worsening. It is important to seek help to treat very dry skin because cracks in the skin can allow germs to enter and lead to an infection.

Inflamed, sore spots on the skin are often an early sign of a potential infection. A skin specialist may prescribe a special moisturizer to apply throughout the day or a topical medication to apply directly to the skin.

 

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