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Opinion|Videos|December 20, 2024
Understanding Patient Comorbidities and Burden of Disease in Prurigo Nodularis
Author(s)Shawn Kwatra, MD, FAAD
A panelist discusses how prurigo nodularis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that disproportionately affects middle-aged adults and those with immune disorders, causing intensely pruritic nodules that significantly impact quality of life through both physical discomfort and psychological distress.
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- Please comment on the prevalence of prurigo nodularis and the patient subtypes who are primarily impacted by this condition.
- What are some of the comorbidities that are often associated with prurigo nodularis, and what are some of the challenges involved with the management of those comorbidities?
- Based on your experience treating patients with this condition, what is the burden of disease for those with prurigo nodularis, particularly individuals with moderate-to-severe disease.
- How does this condition affect patients both physically and mentally?
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