[Topical therapy of pruritus-tips for daily practice]

Area of Science:

• Dermatology
• Internal Medicine

Background:

• Pruritus is a prevalent and distressing symptom with various cutaneous manifestations.
• Effective therapeutic options for pruritus are limited, posing challenges for clinicians and patients.
• The etiology of pruritus is multifactorial, complicating treatment strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

• To summarize current topical therapeutic options for managing pruritus.
• To provide practical guidance for physicians in daily clinical practice regarding pruritus treatment.

Main Methods:

• Review of existing literature on topical treatments for pruritus.
• Synthesis of clinical recommendations for managing pruritus based on severity and chronicity.

Main Results:

• Topical treatments are a cornerstone for all degrees of pruritus severity.
• Systemic and topical options are necessary for severe symptoms and chronic pruritus.
• The article offers a comprehensive overview of available topical agents and their application.

Conclusions:

• Current topical therapies offer viable options for pruritus management.
• A combination of systemic and topical approaches is often required for refractory cases.
• Evidence-based tips are provided to optimize daily clinical management of pruritus.