Chronic Itchy Skin Specialists Urbana IL

Find Chronic Itchy Skin Specialists in Urbana, IL. Whether you’re seeking treatment or looking to schedule a preventative screening, we can connect you with the best dermatologists near you in Urbana, IL.

Local Businesses

Jacobsen, Ellen – Jacobsen Dermatology

(217) 367-7546
407 W Springfield Ave, #1
Urbana, IL 61801


Jacobsen, Ellen

217-367-2240
407 W Springfield Ave Ste 1
Urbana, IL 61801


Craig David Neitzel

217-383-3480
602 W University Ave
Urbana, IL 61801


Ellen Jacobsen

217-367-7546
407 W Springfield Ave
Urbana, IL 61801


Shaikh Ayaz

(217) 326-2000
3901 Rainbow Blvd
Urbana, IL 61801


Stephen Edward Pool

541-382-7696
611 W Park St
Urbana, IL 61801


Small, Elizabeth

217-525-1860
1818 E Windsor Rd
Urbana, IL 61802


Chronic Itchy Skin Specialists FAQ in Urbana, IL

How do you test for neuropathic itching?

In order to determine the IENFD when neuropathic itch is suspected, a skin sample is obtained via a punch biopsy from non-lesional pruritic skin.

Does lupus show up in blood work?

No one test can diagnose lupus. The combination of blood and urine tests, signs and symptoms, and physical examination findings leads to the diagnosis.

Can a neurologist help with itching?

A person with an itch that feels impossible to relieve may be experiencing neuropathic itch. They should first see a dermatologist to rule out any skin-related conditions, such as eczema or rash. If topical anti-itch treatments do not work, a consultation with a neurologist may be necessary.

What was your first leukemia symptom?

Persistent fatigue, weakness. Frequent or severe infections. Losing weight without trying. Swollen lymph nodes, enlarged liver or spleen.

What does a struggling liver feel like?

So what does liver pain feel like? It manifests in different ways, but a common form is a dull throbbing. For some people, it occurs as a sharp, stabbing pain. Sometimes the pain migrates to other nearby areas, such as the right shoulder blade and the back.

What is the first stage of lupus?

The first symptoms of lupus usually occur somewhere between the teen years and the 30s and may be mild, severe, sporadic, or continual. Common general symptoms include fatigue, fever, and hair loss. Lupus can also affect individual organs and body parts, such as the skin, kidneys, and joints.

Is itching a symptom of lupus?

About 10% of all people with lupus will experience hives (urticaria). These lesions usually itch, and even though people often experience hives due to allergic reactions, hives lasting more than 24 hours are likely due to lupus.

What is autoimmune itching?

Autoimmune hives erupt when the body’s immune system is overactive and attacks the body’s normal cells and tissues. Autoimmune hives may be a stand-alone symptom with no obvious underlying cause. They may also occur in conjunction with diagnosable autoimmune conditions.

Where does lymphoma itching occur?

Cytokines can irritate nerve endings in the skin, which can in turn cause persistent itching. Many individuals experience this itchiness in their hands, lower legs or feet, while others feel it throughout their entire body. Patients often report that the itching tends to worsen while they are lying in bed at night.

What causes itching all over but no rash?

The causes of skin itching, or pruritis, are usually harmless. They are often temporary issues such as dry skin or a bug bite. Less commonly, nerves, kidneys, thyroid, or liver issues can cause itching sensations without necessarily causing a rash.