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	Deutsches Ärzteblatt: Archiv "Chronischer Pruritus: Eine interdisziplinäre, diagnostische und ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Pruritus auf nichtentzündlicher Haut kann auch durch Medikamente oder psychogen bedingt sein (2, 11).
		Eine Eisendefizienz führt beispielsweise auch bei latenter Anämie zu einem generalisierten oder lokalisierten, häufig anogenitalen Pruritus.
		Eine hyperthyreoidale Stoffwechsellage führt meist zu einem generalisierten Pruritus auf überwärmter, glatter Haut der Patienten häufig mit sekundären Kratzartefakten wie Exkoriationen, Prurigo oder Lichen amyloidosus (1, 2, 11, 12).
	www.aerzteblatt.de /v4/archiv/artikel.asp?id=48959 (2607 words)

	HIV Report November 1997 - Assessment of Pruritus in the HIV-Infected Patient (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		It is not uncommon for HIV patients with pruritus to develop a vicious cycle of "itch/scratch/itch" caused by the excoriation of skin, the stimulation of free nerve endings leading to pruritus and further mechanical trauma inducing thickening of the skin, hyperkeratosis, and hyperpigmentation.
		It is important to stress that these conditions are secondary to pruritus and excoriation, and even though the lesions themselves are pruritic, they are a consequence of trauma to a primary lesion such as folliculitis or insect bites.
		Histamine is the classic mediator of pruritus, and it is responsible, directly or indirectly, for the development of symptoms; therefore, therapy with H1 blocking antihistamine agents should be attempted in all patients for symptomatic relief.
	www.hopkins-aids.edu /publications/report/nov97_1_4.html (1557 words)

	Pruritis
		Pruritus is a cutaneous sensation sharing neural receptors and pathways with pain but is characterized by its own precipitants, potentiators, and range of severity.
		AIM: The prevalence of pruritus was prospectively determined in 310 patients of whom 119 had hepatitis C virus infection, 91 hepatitis C virus and human immunodeficiency virus, 51 human immunodeficiency virus infection alone, 31 hepatitis B virus and human immunodeficiency virus coinfection and 18 were HBsAg carriers.
		Anogenital pruritus is usually a symptom of an underlying disorder of the skin or mucosa or a consequence of anorectal pathology.
	www.thedoctorsdoctor.com /diseases/pruritis.htm (2739 words)

	PRURITUS ANI (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Pruritus ani is common, affecting up to 5% of the population, and occurs more often in men than women.
		Pruritus ani has many possible causes, which can act singly or combine to make the itching worse: so it is sensible to seek the advice of your doctor about your own itching.
		Pruritus ani may be due to an allergy to something in contact with the skin, for instance to scent in toilet paper, or to local anaesthetics or preservatives in creams used for piles.
	www.tripdatabase.com /spider.html?itemid=270036 (913 words)

	ASCRS
		Chicago, IL Pruritus ani is a frequent reason for patients to seek medical advice and, unfortunately, it is often incumbent upon the colorectal surgeon to diagnose and treat this malady.
		Pruritus may also be a manifestation of non-invasive perianal malignancies, such as Paget's disease and Bowen's disease.
		In summary, when pruritus ani is a frequent complaint, it will more often than not fall on the shoulders of the colorectal surgeons for diagnosis and treatment.
	www.fascrs.org /displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=118 (1911 words)

	BioMed Central \| Full text \| Pruritus in hemodialysis patients
		The aim of this study was to evaluate the frequency of pruritus in HD patients in Tehran, Iran, and to correlate its presence and intensity with relevant clinical and laboratory parameters.
		Pruritus was episodic in 60% (n = 42) and persistent in 40%(n = 28) of patients.
		Pruritus was generalized in 70 %(n = 49) of patients, limited to the trunk in 14.3% (n = 10), limbs 14.3% (n = 10), and head and neck 1.4 %(n = 1).
	www.biomedcentral.com /1471-5945/5/7 (3471 words)

	Pruritus: Approach to the Dermatologic Patient: Merck Manual Professional
		Pruritus (itching) can be a symptom of primary skin diseases or of systemic disease.
		When pruritus is prominent without any identifiable skin lesions, dry skin (especially in elderly people), systemic disease, and drugs should be considered.
		Pruritus may also occur during the later months of pregnancy.
	www.merck.com /mmpe/print/sec10/ch109/ch109d.html (425 words)

	The Analyst - Internet Health Report: Condition: Pruritus Ani
		Pruritus ani is a chronic itching of the skin around the anus.
		Whether pruritus ani is an isolated problem or part of another skin disorder, irritation from stools and from cleansing after bowel movements keeps the rash going.
		Pruritus ani is frequently stubborn and requires months of local medication and gentle skin care.
	www.digitalnaturopath.com /cond/C679209.html (1129 words)

	Pruritus (itch). DermNet NZ
		Pruritus is defined as an unpleasant sensation on the skin that provokes the desire to rub or scratch the area to obtain relief.
		Pruritus is often a symptom of many skin diseases.
		The management of pruritus relies heavily on establishing the cause and then either removing or treating the cause to prevent further itching.
	www.dermnetnz.org /systemic/itch.html (425 words)

	Antihistamines (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Pruritus is the most common, but often least tolerated symptom of atopic dermatitis.
		Since pruritus is usually worse at night, the sedating antihistamines, eg, hydroxyzine or diphenhydramine, may offer an advantage with their soporific side effects when used at bedtime.
		If nocturnal pruritus remains severe, short-term use of a sedative to allow adequate rest may be appropriate.
	www.jcaai.org /param/Eczema/Antihist.htm (251 words)

	PRURITUS
		The incidence of the association of generalized pruritus with significant internal disease is difficult to assess, but it has been estimated to range from 10-50%.
		Pruritus is common among patients with chronic renal failure.
		To make a diagnosis of pruritus (localized or generalized) as psychogenic or psychiatric in origin, cutaneous and systemic causes have to be excluded.
	www.mold-survivor.com /pruritus.html (1562 words)

	Pruritus
		Pruritus is one of the most common complaints of the elderly patient, but estimates of the significance of pruritic symptoms in the elderly population vary from 10% to 50%.
		Pruritus has been a side effect associated with several biologics, but has so far been most reported in patients receiving interferons.[17-20] To date, reports of pruritus as a side effect of biologics are primarily anecdotal and have not been a focus of attention.
		Pruritus is a symptom, not a diagnosis or disease.
	cancerweb.ncl.ac.uk /cancernet/300609.html (3894 words)

	Pruritus in hepatitis C
		Pruritus is a frequent symptom of hepatitis C, being found in between 2.5 and 15 % of patients (2, 3, 6); it can be the presenting symptom of hepatitis C (4).
		The pruritus is often fluctuating and response to topical and antiviral treatment is inconsistent (3, 6).
		Pruritus in chronic hepatitis C - Association with high serum bile acids, advanced pathology, and bile duct abnormalities.
	www.ikp.unibe.ch /lab2/hcvprur.html (352 words)

	Pruritus Ani Itchy Butt
		Pruritus ani is a chronic itching of the skin around the anus.
		Whether pruritus ani is an isolated problem or part of another skin disorder, irritation from stools and from cleansing after bowel movements keeps the rash going.
		Pruritus ani is frequently stubborn and requires months of local medication and gentle skin care.
	www.skinsite.com /info_pruritus_ani.htm (338 words)

	Pruritus an important symptom of internal diseases
		Pruritus is mediated by histamine, proteases, prostaglandins, and substance P. The biochemical, cellular mechanisms and the neuroanatomical pathway which determine the outbreak of pruritus in different internal diseases are described.
		Pruritus is a well-recognized manifestation among patients with liver diseases and intrahepatic or posthepatic cholestasis.
		Pruritus and even chronic urticaria may be associated with the presence of thyroid autoimmunity and antibodies against several thyroid components such as are thyreoglobulin, and TSH receptor.
	www.mf.uni-lj.si /acta-apa/acta-apa-00-3/Peharda.html (4346 words)

	Pruritus
		Pruritus (itching) is an unpleasant sensation that elicits the desire to scratch.
		In some instances, pruritus precedes diagnosis of the lymphoma [1] and may be an indicator of a less favorable prognosis when associated with significant fever or weight loss ("B" symptoms).
		Dryness and pruritus may occur at an accumulated dose of 2,000 to 2,800 cGy, [12] and is caused by obliteration of sebaceous glands within the field.
	www.meb.uni-bonn.de /cancer.gov/CDR0000062748.html (4459 words)

	Effects of Naloxone Infusions in Patients with the Pruritus of Cholestasis: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Controlled ...
		Pruritus is a distressing and frequent complication of cholestasis
		inference that naloxone ameliorates the pruritus of cholestasis
		The pruritus of cholestasis: from bile acids to opiate agonists.
	www.annals.org /cgi/content/full/123/3/161 (4478 words)

	Pruritus - The Merck Veterinary Manual
		Pruritus is defined as an unpleasant sensation within the skin that provokes the desire to scratch.
		The sensation of pruritus may be affected by a variety of factors including boredom, competing sensations, and anxiety.
		Marked pedal pruritus and facial rubbing are common in animals with concurrent yeast and bacterial infections.
	www.merckvetmanual.com /mvm/htm/bc/70110.htm (1014 words)

	WHO Model Prescribing Information: Drugs Used in Skin Diseases: Pruritus
		Pruritus or itching is a persistent and distressing symptom of many skin disorders, but it also occurs in apparently healthy people.
		Non-specific pruritus, unaccompanied by other evidence of skin disease, is commonly diffuse and often aggravated by restrictive clothing.
		Elderly patients in particular should be examined to exclude specific skin conditions and pruritus associated with obstructive liver disease, severe diabetes, advanced uraemia or lymphoproliferative disorders.
	www.who.int /medicinedocs/library.fcgi?e=d-0edmweb--00-1-0--010---4----0--0-10l--1es-5000---50-about-0---01131-0011cbMB3ocm9ee80ca70000000044c8ab49-0utfZz-8-0-0&cl=CL2.2.2&d=Jh2918e.21&az=A>=0&gc=&ihs=0&l=es&az=A&p=about (228 words)

	Pruritus vulvae (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		The exact incidence and prevalence is not clear, although it is thought that most women will complain of pruritus vulvae at some time in their lives, and around 10% of women seen by gynaecologists experience symptoms [Jeffcoate and Tindall, 1987; Dambro, 1996].
		Pruritus at night can result in sleep loss and reduce quality of life [Dambro, 1996].
		Sherertz, E.F. (1994) Clinical Pearl: symptomatic dermatographism as a cause of genital pruritus.
	www.tripdatabase.com /spider.html?itemid=279713 (4238 words)

	PRURITUS by Dr. Peivand Pirouzi, Ph.D. and Dr. M.A Pirouzi, M.D., Canada
		Studies in human skin suggest that any pruritus generated by platelet activating factor is likely to be indirect, and consequent upon its histamine-liberating action on cutaneous mast cells.
		Pruritus is a feature of a wide variety of skin diseases.
		The incidence of the association of generalized pruritus with significant internal disease is difficult to assess, but it has been estimated to range from 10 - 50%.
	www.fortunecity.com /marina/victory/11/pruritus.htm (2209 words)

	Pruritus Ani (Itchy Bottom) - Patient UK
		Pruritus ani means a chronic (persistent) itchy feeling around the anus.
		Pruritus ani is a symptom, not a final diagnosis.
		These people had long-term pruritus ani with no identifiable cause and had not been helped by standard treatments Symptoms were eased in 31 of the people inthe trial (about 75%).
	www.patient.co.uk /showdoc/23068810 (1662 words)

	Pruritus - NORML
		Itching (pruritus) is a common symptom associated with numerous skin diseases, as well as a secondary symptom of numerous serious conditions such as renal failure and liver disease.
		Preliminary observation with dronabinol in patients with intractable pruritus secondary to cholestatic liver disease.
		Efficacy and tolerance of the cream containing structured physiological lipid endocannabinoids in the treatment of uremic pruritus: a preliminary study.
	www.norml.org /index.cfm?Group_ID=7014&wtm_format=print (478 words)

	Pruritus - National Cancer Institute
		This patient summary on pruritus is adapted from a summary written for health professionals by cancer experts.
		Pruritus (itching) is a side effect of some cancer therapies and may be a symptom of some types of cancers.
		This brief summary describes pruritus, its causes and treatment.
	www.nci.nih.gov /cancertopics/pdq/supportivecare/pruritus (101 words)

	ASCRS
		Other rare causes of pruritus ani may include pinworms, psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, hemorrhoids, anal fissures, anal infections and allergies.
		However, the natural tendency once a person develops this itching is to wash the area vigorously and frequently with soap and a washcloth.
		A follow up appointment with your colon and rectal surgeon may be recommended to prevent recurrence of pruritus ani.
	www.fascrs.org /displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=17 (409 words)

	Skin Care Glossary - P: pruritus
		Pruritus, often accompanied by excoriations, can be a non-specific marker of internal malignant disease.
		Pruritus associated with bathing is a marker for polycythemia rubra vera.
		Pruritus associated with visceral neoplasia is most commonly associated with pancreatic and stomach tumors.
	www.skincareguide.com /gl/p/pruritus.html (204 words)

	Pruritus: (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Pruritus is an itching sensation that triggers the desire to scratch.
		Pruritus may occur in some people with cancer but not in others.
		Pruritus is a symptom, not a diagnosis or disease.
	www.acor.org /cnet/62805.html (1666 words)

	Pruritus (itch). DermNet NZ
		Pruritus is defined as an unpleasant sensation on the skin that provokes the desire to rub or scratch the area to obtain relief.
		Pruritus can cause discomfort and frustration; in severe cases it can lead to disturbed sleep, anxiety and depression.
		The management of pruritus relies heavily on establishing the cause and then either removing or treating the cause to prevent further itching.
	www.dermnet.org.nz /systemic/itch.html (451 words)

	Poststroke Pruritus • Response -- Kimyai-Asadi et al. 30 (3): 692 -- Stroke
		pruritus may be a symptom of any focal neurological phenomenon,
		be aware of poststroke pruritus and to avoid ignoring the symptoms
		Unilateral neurogenic pruritus: paroxysmal itching associated with central nervous system lesions.
	stroke.ahajournals.org /cgi/content/full/30/3/692 (550 words)

	Interventions for treating cholestasis in pregnancy
		It is usually a harmless condition for the pregnant woman but the main symptom of itching (pruritus) can interfere with sleeping and the enjoyment of pregnancy.
		Guar gum versus placebo (one trial, 48 patients): no differences in pruritus, bile salts, or fetal/neonatal outcomes were observed.
		UDCA versus SAMe (two trials, 36 patients): pruritus relief was better with UDCA in one study and with SAMe in the other.
	www.cochrane.org /reviews/en/ab000493.html (577 words)

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