What serious illnesses can itching be a symptom of?

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What serious illnesses can itching be a symptom of?

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danish · Answer 1 · 2020-01-17T12:10:07+0000

Itchiness usually has a simple, common cause. But in some cases, if it doesn’t go away, it could be a sign of a serious illness, such as:

Kidney disease
Liver disease
Thyroid problems
Certain cancers, particularly Hodgkin’s disease
Diabetes
Iron deficiency
HIV

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