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Infants General Rash Virus
Itching is a tingling or irritation of the skin that makes you want to scratch the affected area.
Alternative Names
Pruritus
Considerations
Itching may occur all over the whole body (generalized) or only in one location (localized).
Common Causes
There are many causes of itching, including:
- Aging skin
Atopic dermatitis - Contact dermatitis (
poison ivy or poison oak) - Contact irritants (such as soaps, chemicals, or wool)
Dry skin Hives Insect bites and stings - Parasites such as
pinworm ,body lice ,head...
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