Question 1

itchy skin to kids?

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Multiple Causes: There are many reasons for kids to get itchy skin.  Most common is simply dry skin which can be worsened by cold weather and dehydration.  Another cause is contact dermatitis, an allergy to things like poison ivy. If there is a rash and nasal congestion whole body allergies might be suspected.  This could be from a reaction to foods and molds.Begin by using a moisturizer regularly.  Can help a lot.

Question 2

i need help on itchy skin.

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Mild soaps/moisturiz: I'd recommend a mild soap like Dove Sensitive Skin or Cetaphil. A daily moisturizer that is scent free ( like Cetaphil or Vanicream ). Use dye-free &amp; color-free laundry detergents on your clothes and bedding.

Question 3

what is used to treat itchy skin?

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Lubrication/see MD: It may be due to dry skin and moisturisation will work.But there are other causes of dry skin and you should see your doctor or dermatologist for the cause and treatment.

Question 4

how to treat a itchy skin?

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Moisturize: Itching usually results from skin trauma with activation of small nerve fibers. If generalized, then dry skin usually to blame.  Lower the heat when bathing, use fragrance-free and extract-free soaps that are gentle, and moisturize with non-alcohol containing product frequently.  If this does not work, then a health screen may be indicated.

Question 5

could itchy skin be psychological?

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Possibly but...: Although the brain can produce sensations associated with itching without a skin condition, the first step is to evaluate the many skin-related causes. Discuss it with your primary care doc.

Question 6

itchy skin on my calves been there for months?

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Dermatitis: You probably have dermatitis but you should see your dermatologist to get the correct diagnosis.

Question 7

causes of itchy skin on front shins and forearms?

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See a dermatologist: It is difficult to make a proper diagnosis since I am not there to see the condition. I recommend seeing a dermatologist so that they can make a proper diagnosis and give you something to get rid of the condition or relieve symptoms.

Question 8

what std causes dry itchy skin?

Accepted Answer

Syphilis and hiv: Advanced HIV is associated with dry and itchy skin. Syphilis leads to a rash which can appear to be dry.  However, dry and itchy skin is usually not from an std.  If it is occurring is a small area, then a skin fungal infection could be the cause.  If it affecting the whole body there could be a number of causes including dry air and the type of soap you are using.

Question 9

itchy skin, shortness of breath signs of anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety: Anxiety, stress can cause somatic, immunologic symptoms such as itchy skin, rash, shortness of breath, but please rule out medical causes first.

Question 10

can pine tar soap help get rid of the flaky, itchy skin?

Accepted Answer

May help: It can help for dermatitis but it if works it will need to repeatedly used.

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