How to Get Rid of Pruritus?

Pruritus means sensation of severe itching. Pruritus is associated with skin and internal diseases. Pruritus may be momentary or life long. Pruritus is mostly occurred in men than women. Iching may take place due to perfumes, insensitive soaps. Itching around the rectum and vulva are caused due to allergy, sweating. It affects children, adults also. On the basis of statistical study 5 % people are affected due to pruritus. There is no age limit for pruritus, it is ranged from 14 to 80 years. It may be calm, modest and severe.Other names of pruritus vulvae; Itching - vaginal area; vulvar itching.

• Latin name: pruritus

Types of pruritus

• Following are the types of pruritus :

1. Anogenital pruritus
2. Uremic pruritus
3. Neurogenic pruritus
4. Psychogenic pruritus
5. Neuropathic pruritus
6. Endocrine pruritus
7. Cholestatic pruritus
8. Latrogenic pruritus

Causes of pruritus

Following are the causes of pruritus :

• Parasites infection - infection with hookworm, round worm, pinworm, tapeworm.
• Dry skin
• Allergy of soap, detergents, perfumes.
• Lice
• Anemia (deficiency of hemoglobin)
• Fungal infection
• Sweating
• Some skin diseases like scabies, insect bites.
• HIV infection.

Symptoms of pruritus

Some symptoms of the pruritus

1. Irritation of skin
2. Itching and paining sensation
3. Rash on skin.
4. Scaly and dry texture of skin.

Treatment to get cure from pruritus

Following drugs may cure pruritus:

• Aspirin, doxepin are valuable medicines to control itching and paroxetine, sertraline, fluoxetine these drugs are effecient to cure severe itching.
• Dose of Rifampicin drug should give relief from pruritus in 5 to 6 months.
• Menthol and lactocalamine lotion are used to maintain skin cool.
• Skin itching due to sunlight is cured by taking antihistamines. These drugs may cure your disease but follow your docto's instructions.

How to get rid of pruritus using home remedies?

Few effective home remedies of pruritus :

• Use mild shampoo, soap for scalp and skin respectively.
• Oil massage is very beneficial for dry scalp.
• Apply ice, lemon juice on itchy skin for reducing burning sensation.
• Neem oil is also helpful home remedy.
• Drink cold butter milk and avoid soft drinks.
• Take bath with cold water.
• Avoid spicy food, coffee and chocolate.

Natural treatment for pruritus

Some natural remedies for pruritus:

• Eat protein and vitamin C rich food and don't eat tomatoes.
• Protect your skin from direct sun light.
• Take warm water to bath.
• Avoid scratches
• Aloe Vera keeps skin cool and smooth.
• Clover is also a natural remedy to stop itching.
• Use antiseptic-creams, lotions, soaps which contain mineral oils.

Prevention and cure from pruritus

Points to prevent and cure from pruritus :

• Keep skin clean and tidy.
• Prefer lose and cotton cloths
• Wash your undergarments daily with mild detergent powder or soap.
• Use only water to clean rectum area.
• Avoid alcoholic beverages.
• Consult to your physician.

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• Hypertensive encephalopathy

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