itchy skin

Jock Itch – Pictures, Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

What is Jock Itch? Jock itch is a fungal infection of the groin area that is medically known as tinea cruris. The term ‘jock itch’ is derived from this condition occurring frequently in athletes (also referred to colloquially as jocks) and that it presents with significant itching. It is also known as groin >> Read More ...

Causes of Itchy Skin and Non-Itchy Skin Rash

A. Environmental Causes of Itchy Skin 1. Dry Skin Dry skin (xerosis, winter itch) is common, especially in old people, and may be caused by cold weather, wind, sunburns, prolonged water exposure, frequent hot baths and using soaps (also washing powder and household cleansers) that can thin the protective oil layer on the >> Read More ...

« 1 2 3