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===Investigations=== | ===Investigations=== | ||
*[[Blood tests]] - [[FBC]], [[U&Es]], [[LFTs]], [[Fasting Glucose]], [[Ferritin]], [[TFTs]] | You would usually do these to exclude the more serious causes | ||
*[[Blood tests]] - [[FBC]], [[U&Es]], [[LFTs]], [[Fasting Glucose]], [[Ferritin]], [[TFTs]], [[ESR]] | |||
*[[Chest Xray]] | *[[Chest Xray]] | ||
===Treatment=== | |||
Revision as of 08:53, 1 September 2009
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What is itch?
Itch, also known as pruritis, is a feeling of uncomfortability, only momentarily relieved by contact such as scratching. It is a common dermatological complaint, although can occasionally be a sign of something more serious.
Skin causes
- Dry skin
- Eczema
- Contact dermatitis
- Psoriasis
- Urticaria
However, almost all skin conditions can present with itching
Systemic causes
There are others, including anaemia and thyroid and neurological problems.
Examination
Investigations
You would usually do these to exclude the more serious causes
- Blood tests - FBC, U&Es, LFTs, Fasting Glucose, Ferritin, TFTs, ESR
- Chest Xray