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What Causes Itchy Skin Without A Rash In A 94 Year Old?

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Question : What can the cause of skin itching without a rash in a 94 year old?

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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (13 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Loss of water content

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
With age skin looses water content and this leads to itch.
You can use a good long lasting moisturiser.
Avoid use of soap and try to keep skin covered with clothes as far as possible.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.
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What Causes Itchy Skin Without A Rash In A 94 Year Old?

Brief Answer: Loss of water content Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for the query. With age skin looses water content and this leads to itch. You can use a good long lasting moisturiser. Avoid use of soap and try to keep skin covered with clothes as far as possible. Let me know if you have any other doubts. Thank you.