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Does One Have To Have "itching" To Be Diagnosed With Prurigo Nodularis?

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I have the lesions - arms, legs, chest but they do not itch.

June 7, 2024
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Yes, itching is a key symptom for diagnosing Prurigo Nodularis (PN). The condition is characterized by intensely itchy skin, which leads to the formation of nodules or lesions due to the itch-scratch-itch cycle. This chronic pruritus (itchiness) is a significant factor that dermatologists look for when diagnosing PN.

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