Prurigo Nodularis: Presentation of a Case Report

Abstract

Nodular prurigo (NP) is a chronic pruritic disorder of unknown origin, characterized by the formation of firm, hyperkeratotic papules and nodules withexcoriations. It occurs with higher incidence between 20 and 60 years of age. Its pathophysiology remains unknown, however recent studies point to a
neurocutaneous component. Among the systemic causes that trigger chronic nodular prurigo, several entities stand out, among them some bacterial and
hematological infections. We present the case of a patient with NP treated in our department where therapeutic management with topical and systemic
corticosteroids for pruritus control and phototherapy with UVB light was performed.