Dry skin (xerosis)
Flaky, itchy skin — common in winter
Eczema or psoriasis
Red, inflamed patches with intense itch
Allergies or hives
Raised, itchy welts after food, meds, or insect bites
Liver or kidney disease
Itch without rash — often on palms/soles
Diabetes
Can cause nerve-related itching or skin infections
Medications
Opioids, antibiotics, or blood pressure drugs
Nerve disorders
Shingles, pinched nerves, or neuropathy
✅ Most itching has a non-cancer cause — and can be treated.
⚠️ When to See a Doctor About Itching
Seek medical evaluation if you have:
🔄 Itching all over the body with no rash
🕒 Lasting more than 2 weeks without improvement
🌡️ Accompanied by weight loss, night sweats, or fever
💩 Dark urine, yellow eyes (jaundice), or pale stools — signs of liver issues
🩸 Itching in palms and soles — linked to liver or blood disorders
💤 Worsens at night with no skin cause — could be kidney or lymphatic issue
🩺 A simple blood test can check liver, kidney, and blood cell health.
