5 Surprising Reasons You Can't Stop Scratching

By Emily E. and Noelina R. | Updated: Oct 18, 2019

Ladies

Sometimes it's a rash, and sometimes it's a red spot. Other times, itchy skin shows no outward symptoms at all. Nevertheless, no matter how it appears, those who suffer from it agree that it needs to be dealt with as quickly and efficiently as possible, which involves promptly pinpointing and eliminating the cause of the discomfort. Keep reading to find out five surprising reasons why you can't stop scratching.

Causes of itchy skin
1

Vitamin or Mineral Deficiency

Dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis - a type of dandruff that can cause scaling in inflammation all the way down to the upper chest - are two skin conditions that can be caused by poor nutrition lacking in zinc, riboflavin (vitamin B2), pyridoxine (vitamin B6), and niacin (vitamin B3).

Find all of the aforementioned nutrients in meats, such as turkey, beef, kidneys, and liver; seafood; legumes, like beans and peas; eggs; dairy products; whole grains; nuts; and seeds.

2

Medications or Treatments

When a woman cannot stop itching, sometimes she should look no further than her medicine cabinet. Aspirin, prescription-strength pain relievers, and blood pressure medications can all cause adverse reactions of itchy skin. The symptom can also be due to cancer treatment.

Report to your doctor who will then adjust your dosing or recommend a different product for you to try if possible.

3

Clothing Dermatitis

Clothing dermatitis - also called textile contact dermatitis - is a type of allergic reaction that evolves from fibers, dyes, resins, and other chemicals companies use to treat the clothes you wear. It is commonly triggered by chemical additives used to process the fabrics, such as formaldehyde resins, which make garments wrinkle-free or dirt-repellant.

To avoid clothing dermatitis, wear light-colored, loose-fitting attire made from natural fabrics, like cotton and linen. Also, avoid clothing labeled with “non-iron,” “dirt-repellant,” or “wash separately.”

4

Beauty Products

Body sprays, perfumes, lotions, and makeup can all create allergic reactions that lead to agitated, inflamed, and itchy skin. To test if a suspect beauty product is the reason why you can't stop scratching, try leaving it out of your daily routine for a week to see if your symptoms abate.

Try to use “fragrance-free” products to minimize irritation. Be wary of those labeled “unscented” as they might still possess skin-irritating chemicals.

5

Hormonal Imbalance

As people age, it is normal for the elasticity of skin to decrease and for it to be less moisturized, resulting in skin you cannot stop itching.

Women passing through the menopausal transition may also suffer from a lack of estrogen. One of estrogen's many roles in the body is to stimulate collagen production, promoting healthy skin elasticity. The reproductive hormone have also been scientifically found to maintain skin moisture.

A combination of lifestyle changes alongside herbal supplements may help combat dry and itchy skin that results from hormonal imbalance. Click on the following link to learn more about these natural and effective itchy skin treatments.

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