Itchy skin home treatment

Itchy skin
(19 Mar 2008)

Itchy skin remedies
Along with various other itchy skin remedies there are some common home remedies for itchy skin during pregnancy. A remedy which would help most causes for itchy skin is a moisturizer, as having dry skin is often the cause for itchy skin. Choosing one which has ingredients which are soothing to the skin like aloe vera, tea tree oil or calamine lotion will give instant relief to the affected person.

Another natural ingredient which helps dry or itchy skin is an oatmeal bath. Grind the oatmeal and mix it into lukewarm water and bathe in it to get relief. Avoid very hot water and scented products as this will cause more dryness and irritation. Soaking in a bath in which some corn starch and baking soda has been added is good for the skin as well as for the itchiness. Synthetic clothes should be avoided as these do not allow the skin to breathe and can aggravate an already irritated skin condition. Instead wear loose cotton garments which will keep your skin cool.

Women feel itchier while they are pregnant because their skin is stretching especially in the abdominal area and at the area of the breasts. This could also be because of the influence of hormones and the increased estrogen in the system. The soles of the feet and the palms itch because of the elevated estrogen levels. Many women who have some sort of a condition of the skin which is already bothering them like dry skin, eczema or an allergic condition may find that it worsens during pregnancy. PUPPP is a condition which can cause a lot of discomfort to women when they are pregnant. It shows up like large bumps of hives and is mainly on the abdomen. There is no danger to the mother or child with this problem but there is extreme discomfort. Impetigo herpetiformis is a condition which could be serious for the unborn child and more so if the mother to be has a liver problem. The skin itches and burns at the same time and the mother could have fever, joint pains, chills and vomiting and diarrhea as symptoms of the disease. This requires the attention of a doctor immediately as if left untreated it could prove fatal for both the mother and the child.

Itchy skin relief
Depending on the causes of itchy skin rash, treatment for itchy skin rash relief can be given. Before treating the itchy skin the exact cause would first have to be diagnosed. The cause for itchy skin could just be a dry skin or an allergic condition, an insect bite or an infection which brings on skin eruptions and rashes. Many conditions like measles make the skin very itchy and unless diagnosed cannot be treated effectively. However, once the rash appears and is recognized then the doctor can prescribe medication which will relieve the symptom. Other conditions which cause itching are psoriasis, dandruff, anxiety or stress. Parasitical infections like lice or body mites are another cause for itchiness. Severe itching is present if a person contacts fungal infections like jock itch or a yeast infection in the vagina.

Causes of itchy skin
Causes of itchy skin on legs are similar most often to causes of itchy skin on the arms. Atopic dermatitis causes itching behind the elbows and also behind the knees. Some other causes of itchiness on the legs and arms are xerosis or dry skin, and brachioradial pruritus. This is because of exposure to sunlight and damage of the nerves at the upper part of the spine. There is scratchiness at the neck and the shoulder blades in this skin problem.

Itchy skin treatment
Though most often itchy skin treatment is related to topical treatment, there are a lot of internal factors which bring on this condition. Nutrition plays an important part in the improvement of any skin condition including rashes and itchiness. Starting with the most common vitamin B which gives relief to itching as it improves the circulation and promotes healthy skin condition; essential fatty acids help to lubricate the skin and in water retention to keep it moist and avoid dryness; vitamin C helps to keep away inflammations: Coenzyme Q 10 is an energy booster and detoxifies the system and Acidophilus regulates the yeast content which can cause itchiness if it is in excess.

Itchy burning skin
Scabies is a skin infection which causes itching and burning skin in the night. These symptoms are most disturbing at night and cause more itching and burning during this time. This is an infectious skin condition and can be passed on from one person to another not just by direct contact but through clothes and bedding also. The scabies mites which cause this skin problem burrow into skin which is hairless in between the folds of the neck and between fingers. Though the mite is not visible it causes immense itching and discomfort. The skin breaks out in blisters which turn lead to the formation of pus if not treated. Everyone who comes in contact with the person who has scabies should be treated to avoid re-infecting one another again.

Home remedies for itchy skin
Causes of itchy skin after showering only need simple home remedies for itchy skin. The main cause of this would be a dry skin which becomes drier after a shower. Applying a moisturizer to the body immediately after a bath will take care of the problem and give relief. If this is not so then the other reason could be an allergic condition to the soap or gel one is using or if the water is too warm. A change of soap which does not have a strong fragrance would help such a condition.

Itchy skin rashes
Itchy skin rashes could be caused by several internal factors in the body like diabetes or a digestive problem or even a virus, fungal or bacterial infection. Though rashes are most often not dangerous it is best to get a qualified person to evaluate the cause instead of depending on self diagnosis and treatment. Home remedies should be pursued only for a short period and if there is no improvement a doctor should be consulted.

answered by M W on 22 Dec 2010, 6:12:27

Itchy skin home treatment

Itchy skin is usually a result of extremely dry surface skin. This kind of dryness occurs when the body lacks adequate amounts of moisture to keep skin well lubricated. It is possible you are spending too much time indoors in heated or air-conditioned environments. You should go out, and preferably take a walk for a while. Perspiration will see to it that your skin has at least some moisture going to it. Other effective home remedies for dry skin include moisturizing your skin and maintaining this moisture. You must have a daily routine for this. After a warm bath, apply a layer of olive oil to your still damp and warm skin. This will be absorbed immediately and be sealed in by the time you dry off. Olive oil is the best thing to use since it has therapeutic healing properties and will help with already itchy and dry skin.

You must also follow a weekly routine of exfoliation. Make a scrub for this using sugar crystals and olive oil and scrub all over your body. Bathe with warm water and a mild soap after you have done this. This will help to remove the surface layer of dry skin and cleanse your skin even further. You can also make a thick paste of mashed ripe bananas and warm whole milk and apply this to your skin. The process may be messy, but it has excellent results.

answered by G M on 20 Mar 2008, 1:12:27

Itchy skin home treatment

Itchy skin (19 Mar 2008)

Itchy skin
(19 Mar 2008)