Difference between normal itching and diabetic itching

The difference between normal itching and diabetic itching includes causes, characteristics, accompanying symptoms, and affected groups.

1. Causes

Normal itching is usually caused by dry skin, mosquito bites, contact with allergens, skin diseases, etc.; while diabetic itching is mainly related to skin neuropathy, microangiopathy, and dry skin caused by long-term hyperglycemia.

2. Characteristics

Normal itching is often localized, transient, and can be relieved after appropriate treatment. Diabetic itching may be systemic, especially at night, and lasts for a long time. It is difficult to relieve.

3. Accompanied by symptoms

Normal itching generally has no other special accompanying symptoms; diabetic itching may be accompanied by neuropathy such as skin paresthesia, numbness, and dry skin desquamation.

4. Affected groups

Normal itching can occur in anyone; diabetic itching is mainly seen in diabetic patients, especially those with poor blood sugar control.