Definition of "pruritus" [pru•ri•tus]

• Severe itching, often of undamaged skin. (noun)

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• "Anaphylactoid reactions characterized by symptoms such as pruritus, urticaria, angioedema, and dyspnea requiring medical treatment have been reported in clinical trials with bupropion."
• "Pilot study of the effect of individualised homeopathy on the pruritus associated with atopic dermatitis in dogs."
• "Bile flow may be stimulated with ursodeoxycholic acid, but in many patients the pruritus continues."