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Cutaneous amyloidoses and pruritus

Cutaneous amyloidoses and pruritus Definition The relationship between cutaneous amyloidosis and itching works both ways:Chronic itching can contribute to the development of cutaneous amyloidosis (friction amyloidosis).Conversely, amyloidosis can sustain or exacerbate the itching.This creates a s...

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