What other symptoms might occur with itching all over?
Itching all over may occur by itself or with other symptoms. Symptoms vary depending on the underlying disease, disorder or condition. For example, you may have flu-like symptoms if itching all over is caused by infection or inflammation. Anxiety and irritability may be caused by constant itching all over.
Skin symptoms that may occur along with itching all over
Itching all over may occur with other skin-related symptoms including:
Bleeding (from broken skin)
Change in skin texture
Flaking or scaling of the skin
Rash and possibly oozing of discharge from the rash or surrounding skin
Redness, irritation or inflammation
Swelling or puffiness around irritated skin
Other symptoms that may occur along with itching all over
Itching all over may occur with symptoms related to other body systems including:
Ascites, swelling of the abdomen due to fluid buildup
Irritability in infants and children
Red or dry eyes
Sneezing and runny nose
Stress, anxiety or depression
Unexplained weight loss
Serious symptoms that might indicate a life-threatening condition
In some cases, itching all over may occur with other symptoms that might indicate a serious or life-threatening condition that should be immediately evaluated in an emergency setting. Seek immediate medical care (call 911) if you, or someone you are with, have any of these symptoms:
What is itching all over?
Itching all over is an annoying sensation often caused by skin irritation or inflammation. Itching all over may be associated with a rash or other skin symptoms, or it may occur by itself.
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What causes itching all over?
Many different diseases, disorders and conditions can lead to mild to severe itching. Itching all over can be a sign of dry skin or irritation from clothing or detergent. Itching all over can also be caused by a viral infection, scabies, or an allergic reaction to a medication. In some cases, itching all over can be due to a life-threatening allergic reaction associated with difficulty breathin... Read more about itching all overcauses