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Herbal Remedies for Pruritis

Pruritis is itching of the skin or mucous membranes, sometimes accompanied by various nervous disorders such as herpes. Pruritis can also accompany infections of the vagina or mouth.

Helpful remedies include soothing herbs used as a poultice, as well as anti-inflammatories and immune stimulants. For infections centered in the mucous membranes, anti-inflammatories as a wash or taken internally can be helpful.

Herbs Used To Treat Pruritis

HerbTreatment SupportApplication
Calendulaanti-inflammatorycream, salve, or tea externally
Flaxsoothing anti-inflammatoryseeds mixed with water externally
Golden Sealanti-inflammatorytea or powder externally
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