Itchy back may be caused by dry skin, eczema, neurodermatitis, etc. It is recommended to choose general treatment or medication for the cause.
1. Dry skin: If the patient himself is dry skin or excessive cleansing, resulting in dry skin, may cause back skin itching. Dry skin patients can choose to apply body lotion to keep the skin moist. Ordinary patients should pay attention not to use too strong cleaning power of the product or frequent cleaning of the skin.
2. Eczema: If the patient’s back suffers from eczema, it can also lead to itchy back. Glucocorticosteroids such as hydrocortisone and dexamethasone cream can be applied to the affected area for anti-inflammatory treatment. At the same time, you can also take oral antihistamines, such as loratadine, cetirizine, etc., to relieve the itching symptoms.
3. Neurodermatitis: Neurodermatitis can cause back itching. You can use glucocorticosteroids topical, such as mometasone furoate ointment, etc., but also can be sealed package treatment, the effect is better.
Itchy back may also be caused by contact dermatitis, insect bite dermatitis, etc. If it lasts for a long time, it is recommended to go to the hospital, to clarify the cause of the disease, under the guidance of a professional doctor to take medication or other therapeutic measures to avoid further development of the condition.