Some skin irritations & itches are due to an underlying condition, whereas others are due to external irritation. This can take the form of food allergies, environmental allergies, soaps, cosmetics, detergents, pollen, or latex.
Rashes are usually due to the body releasing histamine as a reaction to one of these triggers, which causes inflammation & itching.
Sensations of discomfort on the skin may also be due to fungal infection, which results from an overgrowth of the fungi that grow naturally on the skin, but which can come out of balance due to poor diet, a course of antibiotics, harsh soaps, & other factors.
Definition
Itching & discomfort of the skin affects most people at some point. The skin is our largest organ, & our barrier to the outside world, & it is susceptible to environmental factors, allergies, & infections. Rashes can occur all over the body, & may have a number of different causes. If you are experiencing any itching or discomfort in any part of your skin, come & speak to a dermatologist who can help you get to the bottom of your symptoms.