What causes facial itching?
Apr 24, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wan
Introduction
Facial itching may be caused by dry skin, allergies, seborrheic dermatitis, or other reasons. Treatment should be tailored according to the individual patient's condition. Specifically, facial itching could also likely be due to acute eczema; therefore, it is important to seek timely medical evaluation at a hospital for a thorough examination and, depending on the specific situation, choose appropriate medication for treatment.
Facial itching may be caused by factors such as dry skin, allergies, or seborrheic dermatitis. Appropriate management should be based on the individual patient's condition. Specific analyses are as follows:
1. Dry Skin
Insufficient skin hydration can lead to dryness and peeling, resulting in facial itching. It is recommended to drink plenty of water to maintain adequate body hydration and use moisturizing skincare products regularly. This approach can effectively improve facial itchiness.
2. Allergy
If a patient is allergic to cosmetics being used, or if low-quality cosmetics are applied, it may trigger facial skin allergy, causing itching along with symptoms such as redness and papules. Under medical guidance, topical application of medications such as butenafine hydrochloride cream, pimecrolimus cream, or butyl flufenamate cream may help relieve symptoms.
3. Seborrheic Dermatitis
Abnormal sebum secretion on the facial skin can lead to seborrheic dermatitis. If accompanied by fungal infection, it may result in facial itching and flaking. Under medical supervision, treatment options may include topical tacrolimus ointment or terbinafine cream, combined with vitamin E capsules.
In addition, facial itching could also be due to acute eczema. It is important to seek timely medical evaluation at a hospital for accurate diagnosis and appropriate medication based on specific conditions.
