Scalp pruritus explained

Scalp pruritus is an itchiness of the scalp, particularly common in elderly persons.[1] Scalp pruritus is sometimes very unpleasant because itch and pain sensations share common nerve pathways.[2] [3]

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Notes and References

  1. Book: James WD, Berger T, Elston D . Andrews' Diseases of the Skin: Clinical Dermatology . 2006 . Saunders Elsevier . Philadelphia . 978-0-7216-2921-6 . 10th.
  2. Web site: itching physiology Britannica . 2022-07-17 . www.britannica.com . en.
  3. Web site: Long Hair Transplant . 2022-03-11 . www.skhair.co.uk . en.

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