While itching is a very common condition, it’s actually just a symptom of a greater problem. If you only deal with reliving the itch, it will keep on coming back for the cause has not been dealt with.
Itching can occur on any part of the body. You can be able to tell the cause depending on which part of the body is itching. Once you know the cause, it is easier to treat. There are many causes of itching. These include, but are not limited to the following:
Pregnancy
It is very common to itch, especially in the private parts when you are pregnant. This may be the result of abnormal growth of bacteria in the vaginal area. Hormonal changes may also cause the problem. Your doctor should be able to prescribe something to ease the itching.
Allergies
Your itch may be the result to a skin reaction to cosmetic products such as soaps, creams and lotions. You might also be allergic to some types of foods or components in food. You might also find out that you itch when you put on jewelry made from certain metals or when you put on clothes made from certain fabrics. [Read more…]