| Prurigo nodularis | |
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| Pruritic papules and scattered nodules can be seen (a) on the legs, (b) on the arms and (c) on the trunk of this patient with prurigo nodularis. | |
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| Scattered excoriated nodules across the extensor surface of both hands | |
| Specialty | Dermatology  |
Prurigo nodularis (PN), also known as nodular prurigo, is a skin disorder characterized by pruritic (itchy), nodular lesions, which commonly appear on the trunk, arms and legs.[1] Patients often present with multiple excoriated nodules caused by chronic scratching. Although the exact cause of PN is unknown, PN is associated with other dermatologic conditions such as untreated or severe atopic dermatitis and systemic causes of pruritus including liver disease and end stage kidney disease.[2] The goal of treatment in PN is to decrease itching. PN is also known as Hyde prurigo nodularis, or Picker's nodules.[3]
- ^ Leis M, Fleming P, Lynde CW (May 2021). "Prurigo Nodularis: Review and Emerging Treatments". Skin Therapy Letter. 26 (3): 5–8. ISSN 1201-5989. PMID 34077168.
- ^ "Prurigo nodularis: Causes". www.aad.org. Retrieved 13 February 2024.
- ^ Frølunde AS, Wiis MA, Ben Abdallah H, Elsgaard S, Danielsen AK, Deleuran M, et al. (13 April 2022). "Non-Atopic Chronic Nodular Prurigo (Prurigo Nodularis Hyde): A Systematic Review of Best-Evidenced Treatment Options". Dermatology. 238 (5): 950–960. doi:10.1159/000523700. ISSN 1018-8665. PMID 35417906.