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2. Psychogenic pruritus - Wikipedia

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   Psychogenic pruritus typically appears as itching on the face and on the extensor surfaces of the body. This includes the back side of the arms, the abdomen, the side of the legs and the upper back and shoulders. These areas are more frequent because they are within hand's reach. [1]

3. Itch - Wikipedia

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   Itch in contrast creates a scratch reflex, which draws one to the affected skin site. Itch generates stimulus of a foreign object underneath or upon the skin and also the urge to remove it. For example, responding to a local itch sensation is an effective way to remove insects from one's skin.

4. Excoriation disorder - Wikipedia

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   There have been many different theories regarding the causes of excoriation disorder, including biological and environmental factors. [10]A common hypothesis is that excoriation disorder is often a coping mechanism to deal with elevated levels of turmoil, boredom, anxiety, or stress within the individual, and that the individual has an impaired stress response.

5. Unnerving Physical Symptoms? Anxiety's Not All In Your Head - AOL

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   Itching. Pooping. Hunger. Headaches. Learn how the signs of anxiety can show up in your body, not just in your brain.

6. Why Your Legs Are Itching Like Crazy, According to ... - AOL

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   From dry skin to bug bites to hives, here's why you can't stop scratching—and how to find relief. Dermatologists explain why you have unbearably itchy legs. From dry skin to bug bites to hives ...

7. How to Instantly Relieve Itching "Down There" - AOL

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   The best home remedies for vaginal itching 1. Take a sitz bath. We like any good excuse for spending some alone time relaxing in a tub. Dr. Susan S. Khalil, M.D., an OB/GYN who serves as an ...

8. Referred itch - Wikipedia

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   Itch is induced by mechanical, chemical, thermal, or electrical stimuli of sensory receptors in the peripheral nervous system, or by psychological prompts. The receptors that are responsible for the sensation of itch caused by environmental stimuli are found within the upper layers of the skin. [17]

9. 8 Spiritual Reasons Why Your Nose Might Be Itching - AOL

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   “The saying ‘stop and smell the roses’ is a perfect example of why you should see an itchy nose as a message to stop and pay attention,” Arbeau shares. “It’s a sign to take note of the ...