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Symptoms and Signs – Differential Diagnosis of Pruritus
Cutaneous diseases
Eczema, allergic reactions
Lichen planus
Scabies
Herpes simplex, herpes zoster, parasites Dermatitis herpetiformis
Blistering disorders
Psoriasis (occasionally)
Nodular prurigo (following insect bites)
Systemic diseases
Metabolic: liver failure, chronic renal failure
Endocrine: hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, diabetes mellitus Haematological: polycythaemia, iron deficiency anaemia, Hodgkin's lymphoma Psychological: parasitophobia, anxiety
Tropical infection: filariasis, hookworm
Drugs: alkaloids
Cutaneous diseases
Eczema, allergic reactions
Lichen planus
Scabies
Herpes simplex, herpes zoster, parasites Dermatitis herpetiformis
Blistering disorders
Psoriasis (occasionally)
Nodular prurigo (following insect bites)
Systemic diseases
Metabolic: liver failure, chronic renal failure
Endocrine: hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, diabetes mellitus Haematological: polycythaemia, iron deficiency anaemia, Hodgkin's lymphoma Psychological: parasitophobia, anxiety
Tropical infection: filariasis, hookworm
Drugs: alkaloids
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