The 88-year-old doctor advises: Don’t ignore these 6 common itchy areas in the elderly!

3. Scalp

An itching located behind the ears or at the base of the neck, without dandruff or visible lesions, may be associated with leukemia.

4. Chest

Persistent itching on only one side, accompanied by redness or changes in skin texture (“orange peel” appearance), may indicate inflammatory breast cancer, which can also affect men.

5. Anal area and reproductive organs

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