Senile pruritus, itching associated with dryness of the skin in the aged. ... (05 Mar 2000) ... 
Type: Term Definitions: 1. itching associated with dryness of the skin in the aged.
pruritus senilis, senile pruritus The pruritus of the aged, probably caused by a lack of oil in the skin; and which accompanies the atrophy of the skin in old age.