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    • Dermatology
    • Gastroenterology

    Background:

    • Pruritus ani is a common dermatologic condition causing perianal itching and burning, affecting 15% of the population.
    • It disproportionately affects men (4:1 ratio) and is categorized into primary (idiopathic) and secondary (causal) subtypes.
    • The condition is characterized by an intense urge to scratch the perianal area.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To provide a comprehensive overview of pruritus ani.
    • To explore potential causes, diagnostic approaches, and treatment strategies for this condition.

    Main Methods:

    • A systematic literature search was conducted using PubMed and MEDLINE databases.
    • Keywords "Pruritus ani" were used with restrictions on publication date (5 and 10 years) and language (English, German, Czech).
    • Focus was placed on review articles and clinical trials.

    Main Results:

    • The search yielded 574 articles without restrictions, with a significant number of reviews and clinical trials.
    • A substantial portion of the literature is in English, with fewer German and no Czech summary articles found.
    • Recent publications (last 5-10 years) show a notable number of reviews and clinical trials.

    Conclusions:

    • Pruritus ani is a multifactorial condition, and initial treatments may be ineffective if the primary cause is not identified.
    • A thorough differential diagnosis is crucial, and treatment reevaluation is essential.
    • For idiopathic cases, management involves hygiene improvement, lifestyle changes, irritant removal, and skin protection.