Dry, Itchy Skin
When the skin is itchy and irritating, there is a feeling of discomfort, displeasure, and the urge to scratch it rapidly and aggressively prompts oneself to satisfy the feeling. Dry and itchy skin often appears reddish and rough, with bumps, spots, and scratch marks on its surface. Usually, dry skin occurs in people located in places that have low humidity or windy, environments with harmful substances, or bites from tiny insects to the skin. Several medical issues may also cause it: first is skin conditions such as dry skin, psoriasis, and eczema; next is internal diseases such as diabetes, liver and kidney problems, and anemia; or last, allergic reactions from chemicals (like alcohol, pesticides), cosmetics (makeup), food (like peanuts and eggs), and others. Dry, itchy, and irritating skin may also be associated with calcium deficiency. Generally, low calcium intake could primarily reflect badly on the skin, teeth, bones, and heart. In addition, low levels of calcium consumed in a day for several days or months could result in brittle nails (easily broken or cracked toes and fingernails), slow hair growth, and dry skin.
