Notalgia paraesthetica producing pigmentation over the lower pole of the scapula
Keywords: Back, Erythematous patches, Excoriation marks, Localised itch, Localised neuropathic dysesthesia, Male, Mid-upper back, Nonspecific itch, Pruritus, Regional image, Secondary erythema
Notalgia paraesthetica is a form of cutaneous dysaesthesia where itch and/or changed sensation arise in the areas of skin on the medial aspect of the shoulder blade on either side of the back. Notalgia means pain in the back, and paraesthetica refers to burning pain, tingling or itch.
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