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Papers: 14 Dec 2019 - 20 Dec 2019


Human Studies

PAIN TYPE:
Itch


2020 Aug


J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol


34


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Generalized chronic itch induced by small-fiber neuropathy: clinical profile and proposed diagnostic criteria.

Authors

Pereira MP, Derichs L, Meyer Zu Hörste G, Agelopoulos K, Ständer S
J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol. 2020 Aug; 34(8):1795-1802.
PMID: 31838774.

Abstract

Small-fiber neuropathy (SFN) is a known cause for pain, however it may be also associated with chronic itch. The clinical profile of chronic itch due to SFN is poorly defined and accordingly under diagnosed in clinical care.