LOCATIONS 330.725.0569 HOME ABOUT GENERAL DERMATOLOGY COSMETIC CONCERNS PATIENT RESOURCES EVENTS & PROMOTIONS Itching BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT Home |General Dermatology|Allergy-Related Conditions| Itching SEARCH FIND YOUR SOLUTION QUICK LINKS Commonly a symptom of many other dermatologic conditions, itching can occur on its own, although it is often accompanied by other symptoms. Many people who have itchy skin (called pruritus) can self-diagnose and take care of their skin with moisturizers, gentle cleansers, and possibly anti-itch cream, but a dermatologist’s diagnosis is often the only way to obtain long-term relief and knowledge of what’s causing the itching in the first place. SYMPTOMS OF ITCHY SKIN Anywhere on the body can be affected by itchy skin on a daily basis, although chronic itchiness may be a sign that something is wrong. Itchiness can affect small or large areas, as well as the whole body. Itching can occur to otherwise normal-looking skin or be present alongside other symptoms, such as: Redness Scratches Bumps or raised skin Dryness Scaly skin Intense, long-lasting itchiness may be a sign you need to be checked out by a dermatologist, who can help you stop itching and prevent the itching from returning in the future. CAUSES OF ITCHING Many skin conditions can cause itching, including: Bites Eczema Allergic reaction Mental health disorders Underlying illness (kidney disease, diabetes, etc.) Nerve disorders Our dermatologist not only takes physical examinations of your skin in the affected area but also your medical history into account when making a diagnosis to ensure we treat the root cause of the condition, not just the symptoms. DIAGNOSING THE CONDITION There are a host of dermatologic conditions that can include itching, and many of them share symptoms, which makes diagnosing itching disorders a complex task. Diagnostic tools such as a blood test and physical examination help dermatologists isolate the cause, whether simple or serious and get you the treatment you need. Depending on your unique case, the first line of action may not completely solve the issue, and further testing or different treatment methods may be used. Stay up to date! Sign up to receive emails on special events, promotions, and discounts. First Name Last Name Email Address SUBMIT 330.725.0569 BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT Medina: 5783 Wooster Pike Wooster: Milltown Professional Building 128 E. Milltown Road, #208 Wadsworth: 300 Weatherstone Drive, #106 Brunswick: 2865 Center Road, #5 Ohio Holistic Medicine (OHM) 5779 Wooster Pike, Suite C Medina, Ohio 44256 ©2021 Trillium Creek Dermatology. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy Sitemap Olark launch button clip path