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Pruritis - Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Definition Pruritis is a synonymous terms with pruritus and itching. It is the medical word for itch. It is defined as a sensation that provokes the desire to scratch. Itching can be a significant source of frustration and discomfort. When severe, it can lead to loss of sleep, anxiety, and depression. Constant scratching to obtain relief can damage the skin and reduce its effectiveness as a major protective barrier. Several common complaints such as allergies, diabetes and inflammatory bowel disease may involve the skin around the anus causing pruritus. Haemorrhoids with associated mucous discharge may also be associated with this problem. It is a complex process. It involves nerves in the skin responding to certain chemicals such as histamine, and then processing these signals in the brain. Drinking certain beverages, including some alcoholic beverages especially beer milk, citrus fruit juices and drinks containing caffeine, such as coffee, tea and cola, may be aggravating for some people. Causes
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