Prevalence of Chronic Pruritus in Elderly Black and White Inpatients: A Comparative Population Study
Background: Black and geriatric patients were reported in small scale studies to have more intense chronic pruritus (CP). Studies comparing itch across geriatric racial groups are lacking. Objectives: To compare the prevalence of CP in Black and White inpatients ≥ 65 years old as well as the top pri...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-07-01
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Series: | Journal of Clinical Medicine |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/12/15/5025 |