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Ask the doctor what is the cause and treatment of skin itching in the elderly
Dr. Cameron Thompson
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2025-05-21 12:45:42
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Skin itching in the elderly may be caused by dry skin, alkaline soaps, endocrine disorders, allergies, atherosclerosis, hepatobiliary diseases, etc. It is recommended to apply antipruritic drugs to local treatment, such as calamine lotion. In addition, corticosteroids can also relieve symptoms.
