Journal article
Management and treatment of pruritus.
Abstract
Pruritus, or itch, is a common sensation that causes a person to want to scratch. It is a complex process that may negatively impact quality of life and commonly occurs with skin disorders such as atopic dermatitis and urticaria. It could also be a symptom related to an underlying disease process such as cholestasis or hyperthyroidism, or simply be caused by dry skin, especially in the cold, winter months. Therapy is often aimed at eliminating …
Authors
Lovell P; Vender RB
Journal
Skin Therapy Letter, Vol. 12, No. 1, pp. 1–6
Publication Date
2 2007
ISSN
1201-5989