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Medical Conditions - Pruritus

Pruritis or itching is a continuous unpleasant urge to scratch the skin. Conditions like psoriasis, eczema, allergic dermatitis, dry skin, pregnancy, worm infestation, irritation to cosmetic products, shingles, drug allergies, etc., cause pruritis. Anti-allergic medications like antihistamines, Chlorphenaramines, cold compress, and avoiding scratching are its treatment methods.

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