Skin itching is caused by a deficiency of which vitamin?
Disease description:
Recently, my back has often been itchy, and sometimes my abdomen itches as well. I would like to know which vitamin deficiency can cause skin itching.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
Skin itching may indicate the body's deficiency in various vitamins, mainly including vitamin A, the B-complex vitamins (such as vitamin B2 and vitamin B6), and vitamin C.
Vitamin A is essential for maintaining normal skin function and health. A deficiency in vitamin A can lead to dry, rough skin, and may even cause skin itching. Foods rich in vitamin A include animal liver, carrots, and spinach.
Various vitamins within the B-complex group, such as vitamin B2 and vitamin B6, also play important roles in maintaining healthy skin. A deficiency in vitamin B2 may lead to skin inflammation and itching, while vitamin B6 helps maintain normal skin metabolism. Foods rich in B-complex vitamins include legumes, nuts, and leafy green vegetables.
Vitamin C has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, helping to protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals and promoting skin repair and regeneration. A deficiency in vitamin C may result in dry, itchy, and easily damaged skin. Foods rich in vitamin C include citrus fruits, strawberries, and tomatoes.
