What is the cause of the occasional itch?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the causes of occasional itching, with participants sharing personal experiences and various hypotheses. The scope includes potential medical explanations, environmental factors, and humorous anecdotes related to itching sensations.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Conceptual clarification
  • Debate/contested
  • Humorous

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants suggest that the cause of itching can vary widely, with personal experiences indicating different triggers for each individual.
  • One participant proposes environmental factors such as fleas, fiberglass insulation, or scabies as potential causes.
  • Another participant mentions dry skin as a common cause, suggesting that soap scum from hard water can irritate the skin.
  • A participant notes that skin cells produce a chemical when irritated, which can lead to itching, and shares that their own back itches when climbing into bed.
  • Some participants discuss the relationship between physical activities, such as carrying items or sitting at a computer, and the occurrence of itching.
  • There are humorous exchanges about unconventional solutions to itching, including using a chicken or forceps to scratch an itch while maintaining sterility.
  • One participant expresses a dislike for cotton wool, stating it causes them discomfort.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the causes of itching, with multiple competing views and personal anecdotes shared throughout the discussion.

Contextual Notes

Some claims about causes of itching are based on personal experiences and may not be universally applicable. There are also references to specific conditions and environmental factors that may not be fully explored.

  • #31
lisab said:
You're thinking of sheeple.

I think that's what happens when you get lonely sheep farmers and...:rolleyes: Well, you can figure out the rest yourself. :biggrin:
 
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Man ram sheep?
 
  • #33
Dunno but my first grade teacher told us not to scratch our itches. Something about if we scratched one, then there would be another and so on.
 
  • #34
wolram said:
Man ram sheep?

:smile:::smile::smile:
 
  • #35
binzing said:
Dunno but my first grade teacher told us not to scratch our itches. Something about if we scratched one, then there would be another and so on.

I just do not have the will power to resist scratching.

Cotton wool makes me itch and sends shudders down my spine, i can not stand the stuff
near me.
 

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