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Chronic itch, or pruritus, is a complex dermatologic symptom. Effective management of pruritus, including prurigo nodularis, requires a multidisciplinary approach beyond skin-deep treatments.

Keywords:

Janus kinase inhibitors biologics chronic pruritus of unknown origin cutaneous immune‐related adverse events dyslipidemia immune checkpoint inhibitors itch prurigo nodularis

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Area of Science:

Dermatology
Immunology
Oncology

Background:

Itch (pruritus) is a prevalent and difficult dermatologic symptom.
It manifests across diverse conditions, including idiopathic cases, inflammatory diseases, systemic disorders, and treatment side effects.

Purpose of the Study:

To review current treatment strategies for chronic pruritus.
To explore management of specific conditions like prurigo nodularis.
To assess the influence of immunomodulatory therapies on itch.

Main Methods:

Review of selected articles focusing on chronic pruritus.
Analysis of treatment options for prurigo nodularis.
Evaluation of immunomodulatory therapy impacts.

Main Results:

Selected articles highlight diverse treatment options for chronic itch.
Prurigo nodularis management strategies are discussed.
Immunomodulatory therapies show varied effects on pruritus.

Conclusions:

Pruritus management is complex and often requires more than topical treatments.
A multidisciplinary care approach is essential for effectively managing chronic itch.
Understanding the systemic and treatment-related aspects of itch is crucial.