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Bookmark or Share- Atopic dermatitis (eczema) - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicAtopic dermatitis (eczema) is a condition that causes dry, itchy and inflamed skin. It's common in young children but can occur at any age. Atopic dermatitis is long lasting (chronic) and tends to flare sometimes. It can be irritating but it's not contagious.
- Neurodermatitis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicRaised, rough patches that are inflamed or darker than the rest of the skin. The condition involves areas that can be reached for scratching — the scalp, neck, wrists, forearms, ankles, vulva, scrotum and anus. The itchiness, which can be intense, may come and go or be nonstop.
- Sun allergy - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicSun allergy is a broad term. It describes several conditions that cause an itchy rash to form on the skin after being in sunlight or other sources of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Polymorphous light eruption is the most common form of sun allergy. Some people have a hereditary type of sun allergy.
- Itchy skin (pruritus) - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo ClinicDiagnosis. Diagnosing the cause of itchy skin starts with a physical exam and questions about your medical history. If your health care provider thinks your itchy skin is the result of a medical condition, you might have tests, including: Blood test. A complete blood count can provide evidence of an internal condition causing your itch, such as ...
- Anal itching - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo ClinicApply ointments, creams or gels. Protect the affected skin from moisture by applying a thin layer of a zinc oxide ointment (Desitin, Balmex) or petroleum jelly (Vaseline). If needed to ease inflammation and itching, apply hydrocortisone 1% cream 2 to 3 times daily for a week or two.
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