Dermatology and Pruritus Ani

Wolfgang B. Gaertner; Genevieve B. Melton

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-01165-9_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 Manual of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Third Edition
Publisher	Springer International Publishing
Pages	243-258
Number of pages	16
ISBN (Electronic)	9783030011659
ISBN (Print)	9783030011642
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-01165-9_18
State	Published - Jan 1 2019

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© ASCRS (American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons) 2019.

Keywords

Dermatology
Dermatosis
Diagnosis
Evidence-based
Perianal
Pruritus ani
Treatment

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