Abstract
Pruritus, or itch, is a frequent symptom in dermatology, general practice, and other fields of medicine. Chronic itch usually forms a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge. In the last decade, significant advancement has been achieved in awareness for itch, and new epidemiological studies and treatments have been published. This chapter presents an overview of different forms of common systemic pruritus and their diagnostic measures and treatment options.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Evidence-Based Dermatology |
Subtitle of host publication | Third Edition |
Publisher | Wiley Blackwell |
Pages | 595-614 |
Number of pages | 20 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781118357606 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781118357675 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Aug 11 2014 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Anogenital pruritus
- Definition
- Etiology
- Guideline
- Hematologic pruritus
- Itch
- Pruritus
- Treatment
- Uremic pruritus
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Medicine(all)