Annoying discomfort!

It is experienced at the least opportune moment and resisting it is almost impossible, but what can help you to calm the itch, beyond its possible origin (stings, allergy or disease?

According to the expert Elena González Guerra, deputy physician of the Dermatology Service of the San Carlos Clinical Hospital of Madrid, the itch or itch It is a particular skin sensation, which causes the desire to scratch. Virtually all individuals have suffered itching at some time throughout their lives.

 

Annoying discomfort!

 

The Mexican Foundation for Dermatology indicates that you feel itch by the release of substances such as histamine, kallikrein, bradykinin and serotonin, which in turn favor the release of enzymes called proteases at the level of the most superficial layers of the skin.

The itch or pruritus is the reason why up to 53% of the population goes to dermatological consultation. However, what to do to reassure her?

1. Lubricate frequently. Avoid excessive use of soap, detergents and the sun

2. Treatment. You should also use antihistamines, tranquilizers, and emollient creams that help improve the quality of the skin.

You should consider going to the doctor when the itching stops being a transient, localized or fleeting sensation and becomes persistent, repetitive and interferes with your daily activity, causing anxiety and anguish.

Remember that your health is in your hands. A good way to prevent is to take care of your feeding, but above all perform a physical activity and analyze what elements can hurt you.