00:00have you ever noticed an itchy spot on your body that just won't go away most people assume it's
00:10just dry skin or an allergy but in some cases persistent itching could be a sign of something
00:14far more serious including underlying conditions that may affect your longevity your body has a
00:20way of sending signals when something isn't right and ignoring them could cost you valuable years of
00:25your life in today's video we're uncovering five specific itchy spots on your body that could indicate
00:32serious health risk after 60. if you've experienced itchiness in any of these areas it's time to pay
00:37close attention some of these signs are easily overlooked but they may be your body's way of
00:42warning you before a more serious problem develops stay with me until the end because the last itchy
00:48spot is the most commonly ignored and yet it could be the most dangerous of them all before we begin
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01:05the comments to let me know so i can make better videos for you now let's get started itchy spot one
01:11the lower legs a warning about circulation one of the most common places seniors experience persistent
01:16itching is the lower legs and it's often brushed off as dry skin or irritation from socks or shoes but if
01:23the itching is frequent especially around the shins or ankles it could be a major warning sign that your
01:29circulation is weakening as you age poor blood flow in the legs can lead to dryness thin skin and even nerve
01:36related itching signaling that your vascular system is struggling here's what happens your legs are the
01:42farthest point from your heart which means blood has to work harder to reach them if your circulation slows down due to
01:49narrowed arteries weakened veins or poor cardiovascular health your skin gets less oxygen and nutrients
01:56leading to chronic dryness irritation and sometimes even tingling or burning sensations in more serious
02:02cases this can be a sign of peripheral artery disease pid a condition that greatly increases the
02:08risk of heart attack and stroke take someone like james 73 he noticed that his shins felt itchy almost every
02:15night no matter how much lotion he used at first he thought it was just aging skin but when he mentioned
02:22it to his doctor tests revealed his circulation was slowing down putting him at risk for blood clots and
02:28serious heart issues by making a few changes adding more movement to his day improving his diet and
02:33staying hydrated his itching reduced and his circulation improved if you want to test your circulation try this
02:40press down on your shin with your finger for a few seconds then release it if the indentation stays
02:46for a long time before disappearing your circulation may be compromised ignoring persistent lower leg itching
02:53could mean missing an early warning sign of serious vascular issues if you've noticed this don't assume it's
02:59just dry skin check in with your doctor and take steps to improve your circulation before it's too late
03:05itchy spot two the upper back a nerve damage signal if you've ever experienced an itchy sensation in the
03:11upper back near the shoulder blades that just won't go away even when you scratch this could be a sign
03:18of nerve related damage rather than simple dry skin many people dismiss persistent itching in this area as
03:23an annoyance but in reality it can indicate a condition called notalgia parasetica which is caused by nerve
03:30compression or damage in the spine here's what happens as you age the discs in your spine
03:35lose hydration and shrink which can compress nerves in the upper back area when this happens the nerves
03:41send abnormal signals to your brain creating an itchy or tingling feeling even though there's no external
03:47cause this is why scratching doesn't provide relief the problem isn't on the skin it's coming from the
03:53nerves underneath in some cases this type of nerve compression can be an early warning sign of spinal
03:59degeneration which if left unchecked could lead to weakened mobility pain and even posture issues that
04:05affect longevity consider roger 68 who noticed a strange persistent itch just below his right shoulder
04:12blade no matter how much lotion he used or how hard he scratched the itch never seemed to go away
04:18after seeing a doctor he learned that a pinched nerve in his upper spine was the cause and that it could
04:25have progressed into more serious spinal issues if left untreated through targeted stretching better
04:30posture habits and physical therapy he was able to relieve the itching and prevent further nerve damage
04:36here's something to try press your fingers into the itchy spot on your upper back if it feels numb
04:42tingly or strangely deep rather than just surface level itching it may be a nerve issue rather than a skin
04:48problem if this kind of persistent upper back itching sounds familiar don't ignore it it may be a sign
04:55that your spine needs attention before it leads to mobility problems later on if you're still watching
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05:06now let's continue itchy spot three the palms a silent liver warning if you've noticed persistent itching
05:13on your palms especially if it comes and goes without an obvious cause this could be your liver sending
05:19you a warning signal many people assume that palm etching is just dry skin or irritation from soaps
05:26but in some cases it may be a sign of liver dysfunction bile buildup or even an early indicator of liver
05:32disease here's why your liver is responsible for filtering toxins from your blood and producing bile a fluid
05:39that helps digest fats but if your liver isn't functioning properly bile salts can build up in your
05:45bloodstream causing itchy irritated skin especially on the palms and soles of the feet this type of itching
05:52is often worse at night and doesn't go away with moisturizing creams because the issue isn't on the surface
05:58it's happening internally take someone like walter 72 who began experiencing random episodes of itchy palms
06:05especially in the evenings at first he thought it was just a reaction to something he touched
06:10but when it kept happening he went to his doctor blood tests revealed that his liver enzymes were
06:15elevated signaling early stage fatty liver disease by making dietary changes reducing processed foods
06:22eating more leafy greens and staying hydrated his symptoms improved and his liver health stabilized
06:28here's a simple test press your thumb firmly into your palm for a few seconds then release it
06:34if your skin stays red longer than expected or feel sensitive it could indicate underlying liver
06:40stress if your palms have been itching frequently especially without an obvious cause pay attention to
06:46other symptoms like fatigue unexplained weight changes or yellowing of the skin or eyes it's always best
06:52to get it checked early rather than ignore a potential liver warning itchy spot four the scalp a hidden
06:58sign of blood sugar imbalance if you've noticed persistent itching on your scalp even if there's no
07:04dandruff or visible irritation this could be a sign that your blood sugar levels are out of balance
07:10many people don't associate scalp itching with internal health issues but in reality high blood
07:15sugar and insulin resistance can lead to chronic inflammation which often shows up in the skin
07:20first here's what happens when your blood sugar is too high for extended periods it causes low-grade
07:26inflammation throughout the body this inflammation affects the nerves weakens the immune system and even
07:32disrupts the skin barrier leading to persistent scalp itching excessive dryness or even slow healing
07:38sores in some cases this could be an early indicator of pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes a condition that
07:44significantly impacts lifespan and quality of life if left unchecked take someone like richard 69 who
07:51experienced constant scalp itching that wouldn't go away no matter what shampoo he used at first he assumed it
07:57was just a reaction to a new product but after mentioning it to his doctor he discovered that
08:02his fasting blood sugar was in the pre-diabetic range by making small lifestyle changes cutting back on
08:09refined carbohydrates walking after meals and staying hydrated his scalp irritation disappeared and his
08:15blood sugar levels stabilized try this test run your fingers firmly over your scalp if it feels unusually
08:22tender excessively dry or you notice random itchiness throughout the day it might be worth getting
08:28your blood sugar levels checked if your scalp has been feeling itchy for no clear reason don't overlook it
08:34it could be a subtle sign that your body is struggling to regulate blood sugar levels taking control of your
08:39diet hydration and physical activity now can prevent serious complications down the road if you're still
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08:51you're here now let's continue itchy spot five the soles of your feet a nerve damage warning if you've
08:57ever noticed persistent itching on the soles of your feet especially at night this could be a sign of nerve
09:02damage poor circulation or even the early stages of neuropathy many people assume foot itching is caused by
09:09dry skin or an allergic reaction to socks or shoes but in some cases it may be a warning sign of deeper health
09:16concerns here's what happens the nerves in your feet are some of the most sensitive in your body
09:22and they're often the first to be affected by blood flow issues diabetes or nerve related conditions
09:28when these nerves become irritated or start to break down they can send false signals to the brain
09:34creating a sensation of itching tingling or even burning if left unchecked this can lead to numbness reduced
09:41sensation and an increased risk of falls or foot injuries that don't heal properly take frank 74 for
09:48example he began noticing itching on the bottoms of his feet every evening and no amount of lotion
09:53seemed to help at first he thought it was just dry skin but when he finally mentioned it to his doctor
09:59tests revealed early stage peripheral neuropathy a condition often linked to blood sugar issues and
10:04circulation problems by making lifestyle adjustments walking regularly improving his diet and taking
10:12better care of his feet he was able to reduce his symptoms and slow the progression of nerve damage
10:17try this test take a pen cap and lightly run it along the sole of your foot if you feel the sensation
10:23less in one foot than the other or if the itchiness seems to come with tingling or burning it could be a
10:29sign of nerve related issues if you've been experiencing foot itching especially at night or without
10:34an obvious cause it's important to pay attention to other symptoms like tingling numbness or changes
10:40in skin color addressing this early can help prevent serious complications down the road final thoughts
10:49now that you know the five specific itchy spots that could indicate potential health risks
10:54the most important thing you can do is pay attention to what your body is telling you
10:58itchy skin may seem harmless but when it happens in persistent unexplained patterns
11:04it could be your body's way of signaling deeper issues from circulation problems to nerve damage
11:10blood sugar imbalances or even liver concerns catching these signs early can make all the difference
11:16in protecting your health and longevity if you've experienced any of these itchy spots take a moment to
11:22assess other symptoms you might have noticed recently are you feeling more fatigued than usual have you
11:28noticed changes in your skin energy levels or digestion sometimes small symptoms add up to a bigger picture
11:34and recognizing them now can help you take action before a serious condition develops so which of
11:40these signs have you experienced have you ever had an itchy sensation that just wouldn't go away
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