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GlossaryPruritus

uncomfortable skin sensation causing the urge to scratch

Pruritus, commonly known as itching, is an uncomfortable sensation on the skin that provokes the urge to scratch. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including dry skin, allergic reactions, infections, or systemic conditions like liver disease. In a clinical context, pruritus can be a symptom of underlying dermatological or systemic issues, and its management often requires addressing the root cause.

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research Pruritus as a symptom in hyperthyroidism

15 citations , July 1968 in “JAMA”

Severe itching can be an early sign of hyperthyroidism.

research Clinical, histological and immunophenotypic findings in a mare with a mammary lymphoma associated with anaemia and pruritus

12 citations , February 2011 in “Equine veterinary education”

A mare had severe symptoms and died from a large lymphoma.

research Pruritus as a Symptom in Hyperthyroidism

11 citations , July 1968 in “JAMA”

Itching can be an early sign of hyperthyroidism.

research Generalized pruritus in primary sclerosing cholangitis: implications of histamine release by lysophosphatidic acid

5 citations , June 2015 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

A certain medication improved severe itching in a boy with liver and bowel disease by reducing histamine levels, suggesting a new treatment target.

research Pruritus, Allergy and Autoimmunity: Paving the Way for an Integrated Understanding of Psychodermatological Diseases?

4 citations , September 2021 in “Frontiers in allergy”

The conclusion is that understanding the complex relationship between allergies, autoimmunity, and psychological factors is key to treating skin disorders with itching.

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