The main medical treatment for pruritus is use of antihistamines. These drugs reduce the need to scratch by blocking the action of histamine on the nervous system. Ultraviolet medication and cooling creams may also relieve the itchiness. However, the cure for this condition involves treatment of the cause of pruritus. Your doctor may refer you to a skin specialist (dermatologist) or other specialists for treatment of any underlying causes.
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