Pruritus is not seen in:
Ans: c (Hyperparathyroidism) Ref: Davidson, 20th ed, p. 775Hyperparathyroidism is not a cause of pruritus. Pruritus is defined as an unpleasant sensation that provokes the desire to scratch.Causes of PruritusCholestasisHepatitis CChronic renal failureAnaemiaPolycythemia rubra VeraLymphoma,MyelomaLeukaemiaHypothyroidismHIV infectionMalignancyPsychogenicThyrotoxicosis ManagementThere are no specific anti itch drugs. Agents used to reduce pruritus are anti histamines, corticosteroids (for atopic Eczema), emollients, menthol capsaicin, PUVA.
Hyperthyroidism
Polycythemia rubra vera
Hyperparathyroidism
Uraemia
Skin