Chronic Itchy Skin Specialists West Des Moines IA

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

Local Businesses

Obstetrical & Gynecological Assoc Pc

(515) 288-3287
330 Laurel St – Ste 1100
Des Moines, IA 50314


Murphy Bruce J Do Phd

1-515-244-2422
1039 5Th Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50314


Warner, Robert S Do – Warner Robert S Do

(206) 341-0600
601 E Locust St # 201
Des Moines, IA 50936


John William Holtze

515-241-8660
1221 Pleasant St
Des Moines, IA 50309


Richard Kent Scupham

515-241-8866
1212 Pleasant St Ste Ll3
Des Moines, IA 50309


Marnix Verhofste

515 2431010
411 Laurel
Des Moines, IA 50314


Holley A Bermel

(515) 265-4211
840 E University Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316


Colman Robert A

(515) 244-7229
1212 Pleasant St – Ste 110
Des Moines, IA 50309


Renzo, Diane – Bergman Cosmetic Surgery & Spa

(206) 543-3825
2000 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA 50936


Iowa Oral Maxillofacial

(515) 262-6035
3834 County Road A
Des Moines, IA 50317


Bergman Cosmetic Surgery & Spa

(515) 222-1111
2000 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA 50312


Douglas Scott Parks

515-267-1776
1200 Pleasant St
Des Moines, IA 50309


Aesthetic Centre

1-515-244-2422
1039 5Th Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50314


Den Ouden Chris Do

(515) 266-5353
1300 Des Moines St – Ste 103
Des Moines, IA 50316


John Gregory Ganske

515-265-4414
1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 312
Des Moines, IA 50316


Hart, Kathy – Iowa Clinic Ear Nose Throat

(206) 341-0895
3901 Ingersoll Ave
Des Moines, IA 50936


Carithers, Jeffrey S – Carithers & Koch Facial Plstc

(515) 277-5555
425 Pine Ridge Blvd # 205
Des Moines, IA 50301


Bergman, Ronald S Do – Bergman Cosmetic Surgery

(515) 222-1111
2727 Plaza Dr
Des Moines, IA 50301


Radiant Complexions Dermatology Clinics

(515) 287-5757
5921 Se 14Th St – Ste 2500
Des Moines, IA 50320


Bergman Cosmetic Surgery

1-515-222-1111

Des Moines, IA 50307


Chronic Itchy Skin Specialists FAQ in West Des Moines, IA

Is there a prescription for severe itching?

Your provider may prescribe medications to treat pruritus, including: Antihistamines. Topical steroids or oral steroids. Immunosuppressant medications, such as cyclosporine A.

Why does my whole body itch at night?

Dry skin: Your body loses moisture at night, which can make your skin itchy. Hormonal changes: At night, your body doesn’t produce as many hormones as it does during the day and certain hormones reduce inflammation (swelling). As you have fewer hormones at night, your skin could be itchy.

What are the 7 signs of fibromyalgia?

Pain and stiffness all over the body. Fatigue and tiredness. Depression and anxiety. Sleep problems. Problems with thinking, memory, and concentration. Headaches, including migraines.

When should I be worried about itching?

You should also visit your GP if your entire body itches and there is no obvious cause. It could be a symptom of a more serious condition. Your GP will ask you about your symptoms – for example, if you have noticed whether anything makes your itch worse, or if your itch comes and goes.

What are the 11 indicators of lupus?

A butterfly-shaped rash across both sides of the face. Raised, red skin patches. Sensitivity to light. Ulcers in the mouth or nose. Arthritis plus swelling or tenderness in two or more joints. Seizures or other nervous system problems. Excessive protein in urine.

Where do you itch with lymphoma?

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.

How is lupus confirmed?

Your doctor will look for rashes and other signs that something is wrong. Blood and urine tests. The antinuclear antibody (ANA) test can show if your immune system is more likely to make the autoantibodies of lupus. Most people with lupus test positive for ANA.

Why am I so itchy but no rash?

Dry skin is a common cause of itchy skin without a rash. In most cases, dry skin is mild. It can result from environmental conditions, such as low humidity and hot or cold weather. It’s also sometimes caused by activities that can decrease moisture in the skin, such as bathing in hot water.

What are usually the first signs of fibromyalgia?

Pain and stiffness all over the body. Fatigue and tiredness. Depression and anxiety. Sleep problems. Problems with thinking, memory, and concentration. Headaches, including migraines.

What are the 11 signs of lupus?

A butterfly-shaped rash across both sides of the face. Raised, red skin patches. Sensitivity to light. Ulcers in the mouth or nose. Arthritis plus swelling or tenderness in two or more joints. Seizures or other nervous system problems. Excessive protein in urine.

Does itchy skin mean leukemia?

In very rare cases, itchy skin can be caused by a serious underlying condition such as leukaemia. According to our patient survey “Living Well with Leukaemia”, around 9% of people with leukaemia will experience itchy skin as a symptom prior to their diagnosis.

What cancers cause itching skin?

Itching is a common symptom of skin lymphoma, T-cell lymphoma, and Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Itching is less common in most types of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. The itching might be caused by chemicals released by the immune system in reaction to the lymphoma cells.

Which part of the brain is responsible for itching?

The STT transmits information about sensations, such as pain, temperature, touch—and, it turns out, itch—to the thalamus, deep within the brain. This relays the information to the brain’s center for perceptual awareness, the sensory cortex.

What stage of liver disease is itching?

Pruritus can develop at any stage of cholestatic liver disease and it should be particularly noted that severity of cholestatic itch is independent of the duration, biochemical severity, and histological stage of the underlying liver disease.

Why do I get so itchy at night?

Dry skin: Your body loses moisture at night, which can make your skin itchy. Hormonal changes: At night, your body doesn’t produce as many hormones as it does during the day and certain hormones reduce inflammation (swelling). As you have fewer hormones at night, your skin could be itchy.