Itchy skin (pruritus) - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBJan 17, 2024 · Causes of itchy skin include: Skin conditions. Examples include dry skin (xerosis), eczema (dermatitis), psoriasis, scabies, parasites, burns, scars, insect bites and hives. Internal diseases.
Dermatitis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBDermatitis is a common condition that causes swelling and irritation of the skin. It has many causes and forms and often involves itchy, dry skin or a rash. Or it might cause the skin to blister, ooze, crust or flake.
Atopic dermatitis (eczema) - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBMay 15, 2024 · Atopic 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.
Psoriasis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBMay 17, 2024 · Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes a rash with itchy, scaly patches, most commonly on the knees, elbows, trunk and scalp. Psoriasis is a common, long-term (chronic) disease with no cure. It can be painful, interfere with sleep and make it …
Itchy skin (pruritus) - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
WEBJan 17, 2024 · Learn about causes of this common irritating skin condition and which treatments and self-care measures may provide relief.
Allergies - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBAug 24, 2024 · Atopic dermatitis, an allergic skin condition also called eczema, can cause skin to: Itch. Form red or brown patches that may be harder to see on darker skin tones.
Dry skin - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBAug 25, 2023 · Dry skin makes the skin look and feel rough, itchy, flaky or scaly. The location where these dry patches form vary from person to person. It's a common condition that affects people of all ages. Dry skin, also known as xerosis or xeroderma, has many causes, including cold or dry weather, sun damage, harsh soaps, and overbathing.
Scabies - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBJul 28, 2022 · Scabies is an itchy skin rash caused by a tiny burrowing mite called Sarcoptes scabiei. Intense itching occurs in the area where the mite burrows. The need to scratch may be stronger at night.
Hives and angioedema - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBOct 27, 2023 · Hives — also known as urticaria (ur-tih-KAR-e-uh) — is a skin reaction that causes itchy welts that range in size from small spots to large blotches. Hives can be triggered by many situations and substances, including certain foods and medications. Angioedema can arise with hives or alone.
Easy bruising: Why does it happen? - Mayo Clinic
WEBIf you're experiencing easy bruising, you might have questions about what's causing it and what you can do about it. Find out what role aging plays and when to consult a health care provider. Yet another tender bruise. You don't recall bumping into anything, but lately you seem to be bruising frequently.