Why do my feet itch deep inside?

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asked Jul 27, 2022 in Body/Skin by youraddress (940 points)
Why do my feet itch deep inside?

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answered Aug 5, 2022 by waitforme (15,100 points)
When your feet itch deep inside it can be caused by several different things such as athletes foot, fungal infections or even allergic reactions to some soap.

Dry air may also cause your feet to dry out which could cause your feet to itch and for your feet to itch deep inside.

The most common causes of itchy feet are contact dermatitis, fungal infections like athlete's foot, or bug bites from scabies, mosquitos, or bed bugs.

These conditions may also cause a rash, blisters, or scaly skin.

Some ways to stop your feet from itching are by applying a lubricating, alcohol-free moisturizer to your skin during the day and before bed.

Apply cool, wet compresses to soothe the itch.

Take a bath in lukewarm water and colloidal oatmeal or baking soda.

Turn on a humidifier.

While fungal infections are the most common cause of itchy feet at night there are other skin conditions that can also cause the feet to itch and sometimes quite severely.

“Dermatitis” is a term commonly used to describe inflammatory reactions in the skin.

Some other ways to stop itchy feet include.

    Apply a lubricating, alcohol-free moisturizer.
    Apply a cool, wet compress.
    Take a colloidal oatmeal bath.
    Soak your feet in apple cider vinegar.

Anxiety and stress may also cause itchy feet.

When anxiety kicks in, your body's stress response can go into overdrive.

This can then affect your nervous system and cause sensory symptoms like burning or itching of the skin, with or without visible signs.

You can experience this sensation anywhere on your skin, including your arms, legs, face, and scalp.

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