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Nodular prurigo
Pigmentation of prurigo nodules in skin of colour

Nodular prurigo

Pigmentation of prurigo nodules in skin of colour  


Keywords: Arm, Dome-shaped papules, Hyperpigmented rim, Indian ethnicity, Itchy papules, Prurigo, Skin of colour



What is nodular prurigo?

Nodular prurigo (NP) or prurigo nodularis is a chronic skin condition characterised by very itchy firm lumps. It can appear anywhere on the body but is most common on the arms, legs, back, and torso, in a symmetrical distribution.

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