Dermatology and Pruritus Ani

Wolfgang B. Gaertner; Genevieve B. Melton

doi:10.1007/978-3-319-25970-3_18

Dermatology and Pruritus Ani

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Pruritus ani is a dermatologic condition characterized by burning or itching at the perianal area, which is categorized as either primary (idiopathic) or secondary. Multiple etiologies have been recognized, but the majority of patients do not have a single distinct contributing pathology. Diagnosis requires a comprehensive and stepwise algorithm including a detailed history and physical exam, as well as biochemical and microbiology testing. Management can be complicated without a clear etiology or understanding of perianal dermatologic pathologies and should be evidenced based.

Original language	English (US)
Title of host publication	The ASCRS Textbook of Colon and Rectal Surgery
Publisher	Springer Science+Business Media
Pages	309-324
Number of pages	16
ISBN (Electronic)	9783319259703
ISBN (Print)	9783319259680
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-25970-3_18
State	Published - Jan 1 2016

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© ASCRS (American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons) 2016

Keywords

Dermatology
Dermatosis
Diagnosis
Evidence based
Perianal
Pruritus ani
Treatment

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