Itching

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Itching is an uncomfortable irritation of the skin that causes a desire to scratch the affected area. It is a very common symptom and may affect any area of your body. You can often see a rash or a spot where it occurs.

Itching may occur over your whole body or only in a particular location.

The medical name for itching is pruritus.

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