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I've noticed i've been itching all over my body. it is mostly my scalp and the front of my legs. any ideas what it may be from?

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Dry skin?: You may have what is called winter itch from dry skin. Try bathing only with dove soap and apply a moisturizer within 3 minutes after bathing. If this does not help after a week, consider seeing your doctor.

Answered 2/15/2014

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A member asked:

I've noticed i've been itching all over my body. it is mostly my scalp and the front of my legs. any ideas what it may be from?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

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