Itching
There are many causes of itching, including: Aging skin Atopic dermatitis (eczema) 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 lice , and pubic lice Pityriasis rosea Psoriasis Rashes (may or may not itch) Seborrheic dermatitis Sunburn Superficial skin infections such as folliculitis and impetigo Generalized itching may be caused by Allergic reactions Childhood infections (such as chickenpox or measles ) Hepatitis Iron deficiency anemia Kidney disease Liver disease with jaundice Pregnancy Reactions to medicines and substances such as antibiotics (penicillin, sulfonamides), gold, griseofulvin, isoniazid, opiates, phenothiazines, or vitamin A Allergic reactions.
