Medically reviewed by Deeptej Singh, MD Many things can cause itchy skin, from simple weather-dried skin to brushing up ...

Exposure to chlorine can cause a dry, sore rash that may burn or itch. Over-the-counter products such as hydrocortisone cream and antihistamines can help treat the rash. Chlorine is a chemical ...

Skin contact with the oil of a poison sumac plant leads to an itchy, burning, allergic skin reaction. You can’t contract the rash from another person, but the plant’s oil can transfer from ...

Itching in older patients should not be dismissed as simply dry skin, but rather approached as a complex problem involving ...

A scabies infestation can lead to a skin rash and intense itching. The affected area of skin may develop pimple-like blisters or thick, crusty scales. People cannot treat scabies with at-home ...

Eczema is a chronic condition of inflamed skin with other symptoms like itching, a flaky or scaly rash, and dry skin. It’s worth noting that there are many different forms of eczema. These ...

Multiple Sclerosis Even experts are stumped ... Sézary syndrome, a type of lymphoma, can come with rashes, scaly skin, and itching as well. People with pancreatic cancer may also itch–not ...