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Managing itch- a biopsychosocial approach to care.
  Itch is most often associated with inflammatory and non- inflammatory skin conditions, but can also manifest in other non-dermatological illnesses such as haematological conditions, malignant disease, endocrine disorders, hepatic and renal disease, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), pregnancy, and psychiatric conditions (Karim, 2011). Managing chronic itch remains a major nursing challenge, despite advances in medical science and nursing practice. This article provides an overview of itch from a biopsychosocial perspective (where biological, psychological and social factors all play a significant role in disease), as well as encouraging an holistic approach to care.

  • Type:

    Article

  • Date:

    31 December 2016

  • Publication Status:

    Published

  • Publisher

    Wound Care People Ltd.

  • Library of Congress:

    RL Dermatology

  • Dewey Decimal Classification:

    616 Diseases

Citation

Buchanan, P., & Chouliara, Z. (2016). Managing itch- a biopsychosocial approach to care. Skin Care Today, 2(1), 38-41

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Keywords

Itch; skin care;

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