Juckreiz

itching, pruritus

noun YOOK-ryts Rare

Usage Note

Juckreiz is the sensation of itching, which can be local (eczema, insect bite) or systemic (liver disease, kidney failure). Quälender Juckreiz (tormenting itch) is a frequent clinical complaint; antihistamines are often prescribed for allergic Juckreiz.

Examples

"Der Juckreiz an seiner Haut wurde durch die Allergie ausgelöst."

Natural Translation

The itching on his skin was triggered by the allergy.

Literal Translation

The itch-irritation on his skin was triggered by the allergy.

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