Connect with others who understand.

Sign up Log in
Quick Links
Q&A Resources Treatments A-Z Help Center Guidelines Crisis Accessibility
About MyPrurigoTeam
What is This Site Terms of Use Privacy policy
Powered By
Real members of MyPrurigoTeam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.

Why Can't They Be Surgically Removed?

A MyPrurigoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Stockport, OH
July 7, 2024
•
Be the first to like/hug
Is Prurigo Nodularis Painful? Read Article...
A MyPrurigoTeam Member

My dermatologist informed me that surgical removal if not feasible. She told me that she could inject the nodules on my scalp if the nodules weren't widespread. It is a journey to find what combination of prescriptions and OTC medications will work. Cryotherapy may be an option. I suggest a consultation with a board certified dermatologist familiar with PN.

July 7, 2024
A MyPrurigoTeam Member

Surgical removal of prurigo nodularis nodules is not typically mentioned as a treatment option in the provided context. The challenges in treating prurigo nodularis include:

- Proper Disease Recognition: PN can be confused with other conditions
- Treatment Timing: Determining the right time to initiate therapy is Show Full Answer

Surgical removal of prurigo nodularis nodules is not typically mentioned as a treatment option in the provided context. The challenges in treating prurigo nodularis include:

- Proper Disease Recognition: PN can be confused with other conditions.
- Treatment Timing: Determining the right time to initiate therapy is difficult.
- Heterogeneity: PN presents differently in different people, making treatment complex.

These factors suggest that surgical removal might not be a standard or effective approach.

July 7, 2024

Related content

View All

First, How's Everyone Today?

A MyPrurigoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Chicago Heights, IL
February 3, 2024

Does Anyone Get The Bumps On Their Face Bc I Was Reading About It And It Said You Wont Find Them On Face…or Palms. I Had Both

A MyPrurigoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Windsor, ON
January 19, 2024

I Have Not Attempted This, Yet. Has Anyone Tried Planters Wart Removal Products On An PN Wound? Or Any Instafrezze-off Products?

A MyPrurigoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Oceanside, CA
October 14, 2024
Continue with Facebook
Continue with Google
By joining, you accept our Terms of Use, and acknowledge our collection, sharing, and use of your data in accordance with our Health Data Policy and Privacy policies.Your privacy is our priority Lock Icon
Already a Member? Log in