The invention relates to a device for hyperthermia treatment of itching by applying a treatment surface having a size of between 1 cmand 18 cm, said treatment surface being maintained at a temperature between 40°C and 65°C for 2 s to 12 s, preferably 4 s to 6 s, during the treatment phase. The device according to the invention allows considerably relieve itching over large areas of the skin and permits an effective treatment of pruritus, chronic pruritus, dermatitis, allergies or envenomation by cnidarians.
