Itching around the midsection is often linked to simple causes like dry skin or bug bites. But if it continues for weeks and no skin rash is present, it could be your body’s way of warning you about high blood sugar.
Uncontrolled diabetes can lead to skin dryness, poor circulation, and nerve damage — all of which contribute to chronic itching.
What to watch for: Increased thirst, frequent urination, slow-healing wounds, and tingling in the hands or feet.
5. Itchy Genitals — A Red Flag for Infections or Gynecological Cancer
