Treatment of severe itching in the body with herbs

 Treating severe itching in the body with herbs is one of the things that many would like to know, as many people get itching as a result of several reasons and want to treat it in natural ways such as herbs without medical interventions, and in the next lines, we will talk about different herbs that treat severe itching in the body, as we will know On the causes of itching and other methods that are used to treat it in some detail.

What is a body itch?

Itching is an uncomfortable feeling in which people feel the urge to scratch their skin to get rid of this feeling. Repeated itching can cause bleeding, infection, or thickening of the skin. Mostly, treating itchy skin requires knowing the cause of it, and it can also be treated with some home and herbal methods, which we will learn about later.

Causes of body itching

Some reasons can lead to itching in the body, and the most important of these reasons are:

• Skin diseases such as psoriasis, eczema, burns, scars, infections, scabies, and dry skin.
• Mental illnesses such as obsessive-compulsive disorder and depression.
• Nerve disorders such as multiple sclerosis, diabetes, and shingles.
• Underlying diseases such as iron deficiency anemia, kidney failure, liver disease, thyroid disorders, and others.
• Allergic reactions to some substances such as medicines, cosmetics, pollen, etc.
• Some women can get itchy during pregnancy.

Treatment of severe itching in the body with herbs

Severe itching in the body can be treated using some medicines and medical preparations, but some people prefer herbal treatment, and below we will learn about the most important herbs that are used to treat body itching:

• Chamomile: A little cold or lukewarm chamomile tea can be applied to the skin to reduce body itching.
• Lemon: Lemon oil has anti-inflammatory properties that can relieve severe itching in the body. This is done by applying lemon juice to the itchy skin and leaving it to dry.
• Basil: This basil herb contains a substance called eugenol that numbs the nerve endings that cause itching. Just put a tablespoon of dried basil leaves in a pot of boiling water, keeping the pot covered, and leave it to cool before placing it on the itchy skin. The rest is for later use.
• Mint: Mint contains menthol, which gives mint its distinctive flavor, and makes it effective in fighting itching. Menthol is an anti-inflammatory that can be absorbed through the skin. It is used by placing two tablespoons of dried mint leaves in a pot of boiling water, covered, and left to cool before applying it to the itchy skin.
• Juniper berries and cloves: An ancient American remedy, juniper berries have anti-inflammatory properties, and cloves, like basil, contain eugenol. To make an effective natural ointment for itching, we melt two tablespoons of beeswax in a bowl, add about 1/3 cup of unsalted butter, a third of a cup of ground juniper berries, and a tablespoon of ground cloves and stir, and let the ointment cool before applying it to the itchy skin.
• Thyme: Like basil and mint, thyme also has anti-inflammatory properties, and is also an anesthetic agent. Just put a tablespoon of dried thyme leaves in a pot of boiling water, and leave it to cool before applying it to the itchy skin, and we can keep the rest for later use.
• Aloe vera: The sticky gel that comes out of aloe vera can be used to reduce body itching.
• Oatmeal: Oats have anti-inflammatory properties and reduce itching. It is used by adding oatmeal to bath water.

Tips when using herbs to treat itching

There are some tips and caveats to keep in mind before using some herbs as follows:

• Cloves should not be used before surgery, when taking blood-thinning medications, or when taking some antidepressants. Also, the use of cloves should be avoided if a person is allergic to them. [3]
• Avoid using peppermint oil or any other essential oil for a pregnant or breastfeeding woman before consulting a doctor. [4]
• Avoid the use of chamomile by people who are allergic to amaranth seeds, due to the possibility of developing a chamomile allergy. [5]

Other treatments for body itching

Some other treatments help treat body itching, the most important of which are:

• Use of ointments and creams that contain corticosteroids.
• Antidepressants such as SSRIs are useful in treating pruritus.
• Phototherapy.
• Apply moisturizer daily.
• Apply creams or gels that soothe itching.
• Over-the-counter allergy medications.
• Reducing stress and anxiety.
• Avoid severe scratching or rubbing.
• Take a shower with lukewarm water.
• Wear light clothing.

In conclusion, we have talked about itchy skin and the factors causing it. We also talked about treating severe itching in the body with herbs,  and tips and cautions when using herbs to treat the itching. We also learned about some other treatments for severe itching in the body.