The urges to scratch areas of psoriasis can be overwhelming at times to say the least. The reason for this is because there are chemicals that will cause the nerves below the skin to send the brain a message to start scratching. This is the simplified reason of course. Keeping the skin moisturized will help alleviate the urge. This happens a lot in dry weather conditions.

Itching that is associated with psoriasis arises when certain chemicals stimulate nerve fibers just below the outer layer of the skin. Itch messages travel to the brain along the same pathways in the nervous system that carry pain messages. Itch messages trigger the urge to scratch. [top of page] One of the simplest ways for people with psoriasis to control itch is by keeping the skin moisturized. Dry skin can induce and aggravate itch. See similar questions...

Ever wondered why eating fresh apples sometimes causes your mouth to be itchy? It's called oral allergy syndrome. See similar questions...

Many things can cause itchy ears. Some common causes of itchy ears are dry skin, ear wax and outer ear infections. Please consult your physician or an ear, nose and throat specialist for proper diagnosis and treatment of itchy ears. See similar questions...

PRO-SERO is suitable for hypersensitive skin and is easy to peal off, but do not use it on the laceration area or where pus is causing swelling. If it really itches badly, it means there is a lot of toxin inside the body. We recommend that you should not use PRO-SERO too long, about 4 to 5 hours is the suggestion. Then remove the pad and wash the area before using another pad. The itching should improve gradually. [back to top] See similar questions...

It appears as raised red patches of skin covered with silvery scales. It can occur on any part of the body although elbows, knees and the scalp are usual sites. There is often accompanying irritation. Some parts of the body do not have this typical scale. These are areas where two skin surfaces come together as in the natural skin creases and folds e.g. the groin and genital area and underneath women?s breasts. Psoriasis, in these areas can look bright red and shiny rather than scaly. See similar questions...

I think you mean guttate psoriasis. Guttate means drop-like and is used to describe a type of psoriasis that is often the first manifestation in adolescents and young adults. It is an example of infection triggering the disease and often follows a sore throat, especially when a bacterium called Streptococcus is the cause. Very small drop-like patches of psoriasis appear on the trunk and limbs, and may slowly clear on their own after several months. See similar questions...

Pustular psoriasis can affect just the hands and feet, with round yellow pustules (raised areas of skin containing pus) appearing under the skin surface of the palms or soles, or both. They gradually turn brown as they reach the surface and are shed as scales. The pustules are sterile and not due to infection. This pattern is most often seen in middle-aged people who are smokers. See similar questions...

ANSWER: Psoriasis is a condition that most frequently manifests itself on the skin. When the nails are involved, the function of the nail unit becomes impaired. The psoriatic nail may not be able to protect the finger or toe, perceive fine touch or sensation, pick up small objects or scratch. The most common misdiagnosis of psoriasis of the nail is fungal infection. In fact, the signs and symptoms of nail psoriasis and onchomycosis (nail fungus) can be indistinguishable. See similar questions...

That is a tough question. Some of them have allergies so this could be the cause. It could be inhalant, contact or food allergy. Many Golden Retrievers have very sensitive skin so it is important that you use medicated shampoo on them if they do. This can relieve a lot of the itching. Many of them have flea allergies and one flea alone can caused them to excessively itch. See similar questions...

Dry skin is caused by several things. First the extra layer of collagen in the inner layer of skin destroys normal sweat and oil glands. Second, the outer layer of the skin usually has fatty substances that moisten the skin. In scleroderma, this outer layer often gets thinner so there is less oil. Finally, in the early phase of scleroderma inflammation in the skin release histamine and other chemicals that cause the skin to itch. See similar questions...

Hot weather can make the skin drier, and more prone to eczema. The same is true of indoor heating in the winter. Keeping within a comfortable temperature and wearing loose cotton clothing may help. Try to stay in the shade during the midday heat. See similar questions...

Often during the first warm period in the spring, usually in late May or early June. In 1998, swimmer's itch cases were reported during the second week of May. These outbreaks are delayed in the more northern regions of Michigan. See similar questions...

Poison Ivy (Toxicondendron radicans) contains an oil called Urushiol that causes the skin rash and associated itching. Urushiol is present in all parts of the poison ivy plant. Spreading the oil causes the rash to spread. The oil can be spread from contaminated clothing, pets, footwear, tools and equipment. Once the oil is removed from your skin, the rash cannot be spread by touching the rash. The oil can be removed by washing with detergent and water. See similar questions...

About 2 or 3 percent of our clients complain that a cap itches. This is usually in the synthetic full cap wigs. We solve this problem quite easily by sewing in a satin lining. This takes care of the problem immediately. See similar questions...

This is very difficult to determine as there are many things that can irritate, and individual reactions vary from person to person. Insects may be the problem and there are a large variety that can bite (e.g. fleas, flies, mosquitoes, bird mites, etc) or irritate (various urticating caterpillars). However, humans are typically exposed daily to a huge variety of chemicals and other irritants, and these could be cause of the problem rather than insects or mites. (BACK) See similar questions...

Your body gives you many signals that help you survive. If it's bad for you, it will give you signals to stop. If it's good for you, pain will not be present. Itching is a form of pain. Some may tell you that itching is caused by fat cells beneath the skin releasing toxins. See similar questions...