What Causes Itching All Over Body?

Posted on Tue, 25 Mar 2014

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Question : I have had extremely itchy skin from shoulders to toes for over 7 weeks now. Tested negative for allergies, and positive for a slightly low vitamin D level (27). No one seems to know what to do with me. I have no hives, but have developed tiny Skin tags in all places where skin touches skin (armpits, under breasts, inside elbows) Any suggestions?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (40 minutes later)

Brief Answer: Get Liver function and thyroid tests done Detailed Answer: Hello Than ks for the query. There is a possibility of deranged liver function. Rise in bilirubin levels can lead to such unexplained itch. Similar condition is also seen in hypothyroidism. I advise you to get liver function test and T3, T4, TSH levels done. Let me know the report so I could help you better. Till then you can take anti histamine tablet. Vit D3 levels are not related to itch. Waiting for your response. Thank you

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