Pruritus is a frequent symptom in the general population and can occur in many skin and systemic diseases. Its frequency demonstrates a high burden and an impaired quality of life. According to the International Forum on the Study of Itch (IFSI), the classification comprises a clinical distinctio...
We describe four patients who had pruritus or in whom pruritus developed as a consequence of hepatitis C. The symptom of pruritus should be added to a growing list of cutaneous manifestations of this newly recognized inflammatory viral hepatitis....
Pruritus, excessive itchy skin, is a symptom of conditions such as eczema or psoriasis. Learn how conditions cause pruritus, other symptoms that may accompany it, and treatment options. What Is Pruritus? Have you ever had an itch that just will not go away - the kind that keeps you awake...
It is important to avoid scratching when possible to prevent the worsening of itching. Itch is an irritation in the skin that elicits an urge to scratch. In medical terminology, itching is known as pruritus. Itchiness is a problem that everyone experiences, and the symptom can be localized (...
Anaphylaxis—a severe allergic reaction that can progress into a life-threatening condition—often has symptoms involving the skin, including itching, redness, swelling, and hives.2 Skin Disorders Itchy skin is a symptom of several skin disorders, including:3 ...
Pruritus is a dominant symptom of many skin diseases and also occurs in some diseases that affect the entire body. An itching sensation of the skin arises due to stimulation of itch-sensing nerve endings by mechanical, thermal or chemical mediators. Stimulation by any of these agents is typicall...
Abstract Pruritus is a common symptom that evokes scratching [1]. Pruritus is a problem commonly experienced by the elderly. Multiple factors may cause this problem. Excoriations (scratches) may be localized, generalized, or limited by mobility of the patient....
Pruritus as a symptom in hyperthyroidism. 来自 JAMA 喜欢 0 阅读量: 30 作者:B Rothfeld,P Point 摘要: To the Editor:— This communication reports a case of basal cell carcinoma (originating in the skin of the left flank) which penetrated the abdominal cavity, invaded the spleen, and caused...
The main symptom of VVC is vulvar pruritus associated with a vaginaldischarge that typically resembles cottage cheese. A few patients may haveminimal vaginal discharge. VVC的主要症状是外阴瘙痒,伴有典型的类似干酪样的阴道分泌物。少数人阴道分泌物不多。
Chronic kidney disease–associated pruritus (CKD-aP) or uremic pruritus (UP) is a frequent symptom in patients with kidney failure receiving kidney re