Abstract

Pruritus ani is a dermatologic condition characterized by an unpleasant itching or burning sensation in the perianal region. This article briefly discusses the incidence and classification of pruritus ani followed by a more lengthy discussion of primary and secondary pruritus ani. The important points are summarized and a simple algorithm is provided for the clinical management of pruritus ani.

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Authors

Markell KW, Billingham RP

Institution

US Army Medical Corps, San Antonio, TX, USA.

Source

The Surgical clinics of North America 90:1 2010 Feb pg 125-35, Table of Contents

MeSH

Anti-Inflammatory Agents
Antipruritics
Capsaicin
Dermatitis
Humans
Hydrocortisone
Irritants
Lichenoid Eruptions
Methylene Blue
Pruritus Ani

Pub Type(s)

Journal Article
Review

Language

eng

PubMed ID

20109637