Pruritus
Pruritus is an itch or a sensation that makes a person want to scratch. This term refers to an abnormally increased disposition to experience pruritus.
Also called: Itching, Itchy skin, Skin itching.
Conditions associated with pruritus
The following conditions have been associated with pruritus in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
AGel amyloidosis
AGel amyloidosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Adult-onset Still disease
Adult-onset Still disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
African trypanosomiasis
African trypanosomiasis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Aggressive systemic mastocytosis
Aggressive systemic mastocytosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Angiostrongyliasis
Angiostrongyliasis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Antisynthetase syndrome
Antisynthetase syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Atopic Dermatitis
A chronic inflammatory skin condition (eczema) causing itchy, red, dry, and cracked skin....
Autoerythrocyte sensitization syndrome
Autoerythrocyte sensitization syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and...
Benign recurrent intrahepatic cholestasis
Benign recurrent intrahepatic cholestasis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms ...
Caroli disease
Caroli disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Caroli syndrome
Caroli syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Chickenpox
A highly contagious viral infection causing an itchy, blister-like rash, most common in children....
Chikungunya
Chikungunya is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Chronic Kidney Disease
Progressive loss of kidney function over time, often caused by diabetes and hypertension, leading to buildup o...
Chronic nonbacterial osteomyelitis/Chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis
Chronic nonbacterial osteomyelitis/Chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis is a medical condition that may ...
Classic Hodgkin lymphoma
Classic Hodgkin lymphoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Classic mycosis fungoides
Classic mycosis fungoides is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Coccidioidomycosis
Coccidioidomycosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Contact Dermatitis
A skin reaction caused by contact with an irritant or allergen, causing redness, itching, and sometimes bliste...
Crigler-Najjar syndrome
Crigler-Najjar syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cutaneous mastocytoma
Cutaneous mastocytoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cutaneous mastocytosis-deafness-microtia syndrome
Cutaneous mastocytosis-deafness-microtia syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various s...
Dengue fever
Dengue fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Dermatomyositis
Dermatomyositis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Diffuse cutaneous mastocytosis
Diffuse cutaneous mastocytosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Familial cold urticaria
Familial cold urticaria is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Familial thrombocytosis
Familial thrombocytosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Genital Herpes
A common sexually transmitted viral infection causing recurrent outbreaks of painful blisters or sores in the ...
Glucagonoma
Glucagonoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Hardikar syndrome
Hardikar syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Hemorrhoids
Swollen veins in the lower rectum and anus that can cause pain, itching, and bleeding during bowel movements....
Herpes Zoster
A painful rash (shingles) caused by reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, often with burning pain before...
Hypocomplementemic urticarial vasculitis
Hypocomplementemic urticarial vasculitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
Idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome
Idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and ...
Jaundice
Yellowing of the skin and eyes caused by elevated bilirubin, which can indicate liver, bile duct, or blood dis...
Juvenile dermatomyositis
Juvenile dermatomyositis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease
Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Lymphoma
Cancer of the lymphatic system, causing swollen lymph nodes, fever, night sweats, and weight loss....
Lysosomal acid lipase deficiency
Lysosomal acid lipase deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Maculopapular cutaneous mastocytosis
Maculopapular cutaneous mastocytosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and s...
Tests providers may use to investigate pruritus
When investigating pruritus, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
ANA (Antinuclear Antibodies)
Screens for autoimmune diseases such as lupus....
Albumin, Random Urine With Creatinine Ratio
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Alpha-Fetoprotein Afp Tumor Marker Test
This blood test determines Alpha-Fetoprotein (AFP or a-Fetoprotein) levels....
Anti-dsDNA Antibodies
Supports diagnosis and monitoring of systemic lupus erythematosus....
Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP)
Measures glucose, electrolytes, and kidney function markers....
Bun/Creatinine Ratio Test
The BUN/Creatinine ratio blood test is used to diagnose acute or chronic renal (kidney) disease or damage. It ...
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Cancer & Tumor Marker Tests
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Cbc, Cmp, Ua, Thyroid, & Lipid Health Tests
Our standard health test panel includes thyroid testing, a CBC, CMP, Urinalysis, & Lipid Panel. These lab test...
Complete Blood Count Test Cbc Test With Differential
A Complete Blood Count (CBC) test helps to give an overall view of general health and screens for a broad scop...
Symptoms commonly seen alongside pruritus
Blister Rash
A rash with small fluid-filled blisters, characteristic of shingles or other viral infections....
Light Sensitivity
Discomfort or pain when looking at light, which can accompany migraine, eye inflammation, or meningitis....
Skin Discoloration
Changes in skin color, which can be caused by many conditions....
Skin Redness
Redness of the skin caused by increased blood flow, which can be a sign of inflammation or infection....
Swollen Lymph Nodes
Enlarged lymph nodes that can occur with infection, immune reactions, or certain cancers....
Waking to Urinate at Night
The need to wake up during the night to urinate, which can disrupt sleep and may be linked to bladder, prostat...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if pruritus is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom pruritus mean?
Pruritus is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Pruritus is an itch or a sensation that makes a person want to scratch. This term refers to an abnormally increased disposition to experience pruritus.
Which conditions are associated with pruritus?
Pruritus has been reported in association with 66 conditions in the medical literature we index, including AGel amyloidosis, Adult-onset Still disease, African trypanosomiasis, Aggressive systemic mastocytosis, Angiostrongyliasis. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about pruritus?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.