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Dry Skin

The most common cause of itchiness (without a rash) is dry skin. Have a look at the environment around you. Do you live in a hot-air heated home that has no humidifier, expelling the dry air? The dry air causes the skin to loose moisture & become itchy & dry.

Psoriasis

First of all. What is Psoriasis? Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease characterized by scaling & inflammation. The scaling occurs when cells in the outer layer of the skin reproduce faster than normal & pile up on the skin's surface. Although the disease occurs in all age groups & about equally in men & woman, it primarily affects adults. People with Psoriasis may suffer discomfort, including pain & itching, restricted motion in their joints & emotional distress.

In it's most typical form, psoriasis results in patches of thick red skin covered with slivery scales. These patches are sometimes referred to as plaques, usually itchy & may have a burning feeling. The skin at the joints may crack psoriasis often occurs on the elbows, knees, scalp, lower back, face, palms & soles of feet. The disease may also affect the fingernails, the toenails & the soft tissues inside the mouth. About 15% of people with psoriasis have joint inflammation that produces arthritis symptoms. This condition is called psoriatic arthritis. Please read about Arthirache Cream.

In about one third of cases, psoriasis is inherited. People with psoriasis may notice that there are times when their skin worsens, then improves. Conditions that may cause flare-ups include changes in climate, infections, stress & dry skin.

Eczema

The word eczema describes a certain kind of dermatitis - inflamed skin. Eczema can be recognized by red, blistered, inflamed & sometimes oozing skin. Almost always, eczema is itchy. Eczema is most commonly found on the elbows, knee, hands, scalp, face & arms. But, it can appear anywhere.

Dermatitis

Dermatitis is a common skin disorder that's recognized by the red, scaly, itchy rash found in various locations on the body. The condition is most common in three age groups. Infancy, middle age & elderly.

Sunburn

For starters, make sure your child drinks plenty of water; he's probably dehydrated from being out in the sun. To soothe the sunburned area, apply a cold washcloth or let your child soak in a cool bath. (Adding baking soda or Aveeno oatmeal to the water can make it more soothing.) Acetaminophen or ibuprofen can also ease the pain.

Avoid using petroleum-based products like Vaseline, which prevent heat and sweat from escaping and can worsen a burn. Also avoid first-aid products that contain benzocaine, which can cause irritation or allergic reactions. Don't be alarmed if your child's skin begins to peel; it's a natural part of the healing process. Apply a moisturizing lotion or aloe vera gel to relieve itching, and make sure he stays in the shade until the skin has healed.

Do sunscreens really protect against sunburns?

The newer sunscreens do a good job of blocking the sun's burning ultraviolet rays. Experts recommend using a sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or higher. Choose a broad-spectrum product that protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Then lay it on thick and rub it in well 30 minutes before your child goes out into the sun (to give the sunscreen time to create a barrier). Pay special attention to areas most likely to get burned, such as ears, nose, back of the neck, shoulders, and tops of the feet. Reapply every two hours. If your kids will be sweating a lot or playing in the water, you may want to use a waterproof sunscreen, which stays on longer, but you'll still need to reapply every time they go swimming or dry off with a towel. Remember: Sunscreens only work if you apply them liberally to all exposed areas of the skin and reapply them frequently. And it's always wise to use several forms of protection -- hats, pants, long-sleeved shirts, and sunscreen