Itching of the skin is the first signal that the body is experiencing some discomfort and the influence of various negative factors. There are many varieties of this skin disease, but itching without external manifestations is one of the most dangerous of them, due to the absence of obvious localization of irritations and the long-term treatment process.
Itching without external signs: the concept and nature of occurrence
In order to start a targeted treatment of skin itching, you need to determine it and find out the nature of the occurrence. Itching of the skin is one of the first signals about the presence of stimuli (internal or external) that act locally on the nerve fibers of the deep layers of the skin, which is ultimately transmitted to the cortical centers of the brain. The nature of this disease is ambiguous, since there are more than a hundred causes and factors leading to its appearance. However, it is a certain and indisputable fact thatindifference to the treatment of pruritus is a quick and sure way to turn the body's local defensive reaction to certain pathogens into a standard body reaction in the form of a pathological phenomenon.
Scientists have proven that this disease is subjective, since very often patients can be treated with hypnosis without additional medication. Also, absolutely he althy people were repeatedly sure that they were suffering from itching (placebo effect). Such cases require an appeal not to a dermatologist or immunologist, but to a psychiatrist and neuropathologist.
Types of pruritus without external signs
This disease can occur against the background of many diseases, external stimuli and individual reactions of the body to certain drugs and substances. There are two types of pruritus - physiological and pathological.
The first type is characterized by short duration, locality, low pain sensations, the possibility of rapid diagnosis and treatment. Physiological itching is sometimes called adequate, since its appearance is a normal reaction of the body to climate change, insect bites, the action of acids or alkalis, etc.
Pathological itching has a differentiated appearance, since it occurs due to a violation of the human somatic system or dermatoses. This type is marked by universality (applies to the entire skin), high intensity of itching, duration, atypical disorders of the nervous system, etc. Pathological itching is alsocharacterized as itching on the nerves, which is associated with stress and deep schizophrenic abnormalities, which often lead to its appearance.
Causes of itchy skin without any symptoms
Itching without skin manifestations is a disease that can occur due to various malfunctions of the body on a nervous, endocrine, hormonal basis, the body's response to drugs and external stimuli. Doctors identify the following main causes of this disease:
- Dry skin. People who suffer from diabetes mellitus and beriberi, visit a solarium and often sunbathe, work at a computer or other electronic equipment are at the greatest risk.
- Skin aging. The skin of older people loses its tone, looks dehydrated and lethargic. In women, such itching is observed after menopause, and in men after 60-65 years. The danger of this disease in the elderly is due to the low ability of the epidermis to recover, so the wounds that arise from scratching can turn into eczema.
- Pregnancy. There is no doubt that the hormonal background in pregnant women almost completely changes, the internal organs begin to work actively, and the skin in some areas stretches. Due to the gradual growth of the fetus (at 6-8 months of pregnancy), the skin in the lower abdomen quickly stretches, which leads to itching in this area (it is also called "stretch marks"). Also, this phenomenon can be observed in connection with an increase in the mammary glands, and as a result, the volume of the breast.
- Itchy skin without external manifestations canoccur as a side effect of drugs. If we consider urticaria, then it occurs due to the introduction of penicillin or insulin preparations, certain vitamins, ointments and tinctures for medicinal purposes. This kind of itchy skin is also accompanied by weakness, fever, blisters.
Symptoms of itchy skin
It is very difficult to independently diagnose and find out the nature of such a disease as itchy skin. Symptoms are the first thing a person pays attention to. They force him to make certain decisions to fix the problem. Skin itching without external manifestations is a special type of neuropsychiatric disease, since there are no rashes, redness, or lesions on the body. It is impossible to determine it yourself. However, a qualified doctor, by examining the patient's body, examining the obtained blood tests and the history of the course of the disease, can clearly determine the presence or absence of such a disease as pruritus. Photos of sore spots and preliminary medical certificates of past similar problems are additional indicators of the likelihood of pruritus.
The most obvious symptoms of this disease include: scabies, pain when touching the affected area, spasms of blood vessels, swelling of body tissues, rashes, acne and dry skin. However, the above signs of itching should be confirmed by the doctor's conclusion, since they are also characteristic of other dermatological,mental and endocrine diseases.
Allergic dermatitis
Skin itch without external manifestations can occur as a result of a neuro-allergic reaction of the body to various external stimuli. Usually, allergic types of this disease have separate names due to the characteristics of the treatment, symptoms and consequences. These include: dermatoses, scabies, urticaria, idiopathic itching. To successfully treat itchy skin that occurs as a result of an allergy, it is necessary to eliminate the cause, not the symptoms. In most cases, allergens are not capable of causing a long-term and persistent disorder of the body, but very often the immune system cannot cope with the irritating effect of external negative factors, which ultimately leads to dermatoses and urticaria.
Allergic itching can be universal or localized. The cause of the first may be intolerance to certain food products, pollen, feathers, chemical household products, a sharp change in air temperature, humidity or pressure. Also, the cause of its occurrence is often the exacerbation of some serious diseases, such as diabetes, hepatitis, malignant tumors, etc.
Localized itching can affect any part of the human body, but most often this is the anogenital area, where hemorrhoids, worms, candidiasis, seborrhea develop. Itching in this place is the first signal of the rapid development of the above diseases. If they are persistently treated and urgent action is taken,get rid of such an acute problem as itchy skin. Allergy (localized and universal) at this stage of the development of modern medicine is treated in a matter of days with affordable and inexpensive drugs.
Urticaria
Urticaria is considered the most common allergic disease. It stands out for a number of features that make it easy to diagnose among other typical diseases. On the skin, urticaria appears as blisters and red bumps that appear to be authentic to stinging nettle lesions. To get advice on its treatment, you need to contact an allergist and an immunologist, which is associated with the dual nature of the formation that this skin itch has. Allergy in this case is not always easy to treat, as the rapid progression of urticaria can lead to eczema, bronchial asthma and even anaphylactic shock, which is fatal.
Itching with urticaria is the first and most reliable symptom of the disease, but it is strictly forbidden to satisfy the need to relieve pain by scratching the affected areas. The best is the medical method of overcoming this disease. Drugs that quickly eliminate hives include: calcium gluconate and calcium chloride solution (used orally), solutions of salicylic acid and calendula (for rubbing the affected areas).
Itching in various diseases
The occurrence of itching on the background of other diseases is not uncommon, and therefore, to eliminate this problem, it is necessarydetermine its cause and immediately begin treatment. Doctors identify several diseases that in most cases cause itchy skin:
- Neurodermatitis. This disease is of a neuropsychological nature and occurs due to stress, irascibility, choleric temperament, inadequate irascible states. The main focus of treatment in this case are soothing procedures that reduce the activity of the nervous system.
- Xerosis. Excessive dryness of the skin from harsh cleansers or sunbathing is a common cause of itchiness. The symptoms in this situation are obvious: cracked, dehydrated, flaccid and pale skin. Properly selected moisturizing cosmetics can quickly solve this problem.
- Diabetes. A blood sugar level that is higher than normal indicates diabetes. This disease in a short time dehydrates the body, contributes to the occurrence of fungal infections. Such skin is very often affected by external irritants, and patients experience severe itching.
- Scabies. This disease occurs due to parasitism on the skin of a sick tick. You can remove them with the help of special salicylic ointments.
Itch treatment
Antihistamines are most often used to treat itchy skin. They are sold in the form of tablets in every pharmacy at an affordable price. Also, calcium-based ampoules are considered quite popular drugs. Whether it's prurituson the hands, face or in the groin area, the action of the tablets extends to the entire human body.
If itching is associated with nervous disorders, then it is also advisable to use sedatives to calm the nervous system (bromine, tranquilizers, tinctures of medicinal plants, etc.).
Ointments for the treatment of skin itching
Ointments are the best preparations for the treatment of pruritus. For their selection, one must be guided by the localization of itching, the intensity of scabies and the strength of pain. Skin itch ointment helps in most cases, but only a qualified dermatologist and immunologist can prescribe this drug. They come in different types, but doctors identify several of the most effective: Apilak, Atarax, Aurobin, Belogent, Belosalik.
An itch ointment can not always be chosen by a doctor, but also by an experienced pharmacist. However, in no case should you choose such a drug on your own, since there are more than thirty causes of this disease.
Treatment of itching with folk remedies
Medications do not always bring an effective result in such treatment, since very often a patient can be diagnosed with chronic pruritus. Photos and other evidence of the presence of this disease can be attributed to traditional healers, who quickly and easily select the appropriate herbal preparations.
Skin itch without external signs is treated with aloe juice, wheatgrass root, table vinegar, coniferousextract, chamomile, calendula, oak root, common nettle, mint and eucalyptus.
Treatment of skin itching without external signs in diabetes mellitus
Itching in skin diseases is a fairly common occurrence, but it is diabetes that can be considered the most common cause of its occurrence. Since insulin imbalance occurs in the human body with diabetes, the hormonal background changes dramatically for the worse. The first such failure is considered the onset of itching. In the future, it progresses and is supplemented by purulent formations (fungal infections).
The first and basic rule for the treatment of this disease is the observance of special rules of personal hygiene, since its quality can significantly affect the itching in skin diseases. It is the doctor who prescribes the treatment of diabetes mellitus, but at home it is allowed to use certain medicinal plants, such as: chamomile, linden and string inflorescences, valerian root, aloe, sage, etc.
Itching without external signs is a disease that brings discomfort to a person's daily life. However, targeted and proper treatment will allow you to get rid of it forever without any problems. If we are talking about itchy skin due to nerves, then not only experienced dermatologists and immunologists, but also psychiatrists should be treated. Also, simple means of prevention have shown their effectiveness, which allow preventing its occurrence. The correct approach and strict implementation of the doctor's advice help to cure even chronic itching withcomplications, eliminate its possible progression and relapse.
