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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = HIV-associated pruritus
			\| synonyms = Pruritus in HIV, HIV-related itching
			\| field = [[Dermatology]], [[Infectious disease]]
			\| symptoms = [[Itching]], [[skin rash]], [[dry skin]]
			\| complications = [[Skin infections]], [[sleep disturbance]], [[psychological stress]]
			\| onset = Variable, often chronic
			\| duration = Persistent
			\| causes = [[HIV infection]], [[immune system]] dysregulation
			\| risks = Advanced [[HIV/AIDS]], [[opportunistic infections]]
			\| diagnosis = Clinical evaluation, [[HIV test]], [[skin biopsy]]
			\| differential = [[Atopic dermatitis]], [[scabies]], [[psoriasis]], [[contact dermatitis]]
			\| treatment = [[Antiretroviral therapy]], [[antihistamines]], [[topical corticosteroids]], [[moisturizers]]
			\| frequency = Common in individuals with [[HIV/AIDS]]
			}}
	'''HIV-associated pruritus''' is a condition characterized by intense itching, often seen in individuals with [[HIV]] or [[AIDS]]. It is one of the many [[dermatological conditions]] associated with HIV and AIDS.		'''HIV-associated pruritus''' is a condition characterized by intense itching, often seen in individuals with [[HIV]] or [[AIDS]]. It is one of the many [[dermatological conditions]] associated with HIV and AIDS.

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==

	HIV-associated pruritus can be caused by a variety of factors. These include [[xerosis]] (dry skin), [[eczema]], [[dermatitis]], [[psoriasis]], and [[scabies]]. It can also be a side effect of certain medications used to treat HIV and AIDS.		HIV-associated pruritus can be caused by a variety of factors. These include [[xerosis]] (dry skin), [[eczema]], [[dermatitis]], [[psoriasis]], and [[scabies]]. It can also be a side effect of certain medications used to treat HIV and AIDS.

	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==

	The primary symptom of HIV-associated pruritus is intense itching. This can occur anywhere on the body, but is most common on the arms, legs, back, and abdomen. The itching can be constant or intermittent, and can range from mild to severe.		The primary symptom of HIV-associated pruritus is intense itching. This can occur anywhere on the body, but is most common on the arms, legs, back, and abdomen. The itching can be constant or intermittent, and can range from mild to severe.

	== Diagnosis ==		== Diagnosis ==

	Diagnosis of HIV-associated pruritus is typically made based on the patient's symptoms and medical history. A physical examination may also be performed to check for signs of skin conditions that could be causing the itching. In some cases, a skin biopsy may be needed to confirm the diagnosis.		Diagnosis of HIV-associated pruritus is typically made based on the patient's symptoms and medical history. A physical examination may also be performed to check for signs of skin conditions that could be causing the itching. In some cases, a skin biopsy may be needed to confirm the diagnosis.

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==

	Treatment for HIV-associated pruritus typically involves managing the underlying cause of the itching. This may include treating any skin conditions, adjusting medication regimens, or using topical treatments to soothe the skin. In severe cases, systemic medications may be needed to control the itching.		Treatment for HIV-associated pruritus typically involves managing the underlying cause of the itching. This may include treating any skin conditions, adjusting medication regimens, or using topical treatments to soothe the skin. In severe cases, systemic medications may be needed to control the itching.

	== See also ==		== See also ==

	* [[HIV/AIDS]]		* [[HIV/AIDS]]
	* [[Dermatology]]		* [[Dermatology]]
	* [[Pruritus]]		* [[Pruritus]]
	* [[Skin conditions]]		* [[Skin conditions]]

	== References ==		== References ==

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	[[Category:HIV]]		[[Category:HIV]]
	[[Category:AIDS]]		[[Category:AIDS]]
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'''HIV-associated pruritus''' is a condition characterized by intense itching, often seen in individuals with [[HIV]] or [[AIDS]]. It is one of the many [[dermatological conditions]] associated with HIV and AIDS.

== Causes ==

HIV-associated pruritus can be caused by a variety of factors. These include [[xerosis]] (dry skin), [[eczema]], [[dermatitis]], [[psoriasis]], and [[scabies]]. It can also be a side effect of certain medications used to treat HIV and AIDS.

== Symptoms ==

The primary symptom of HIV-associated pruritus is intense itching. This can occur anywhere on the body, but is most common on the arms, legs, back, and abdomen. The itching can be constant or intermittent, and can range from mild to severe.

== Diagnosis ==

Diagnosis of HIV-associated pruritus is typically made based on the patient's symptoms and medical history. A physical examination may also be performed to check for signs of skin conditions that could be causing the itching. In some cases, a skin biopsy may be needed to confirm the diagnosis.

== Treatment ==

Treatment for HIV-associated pruritus typically involves managing the underlying cause of the itching. This may include treating any skin conditions, adjusting medication regimens, or using topical treatments to soothe the skin. In severe cases, systemic medications may be needed to control the itching.

== See also ==

* [[HIV/AIDS]]
* [[Dermatology]]
* [[Pruritus]]
* [[Skin conditions]]

== References ==

<references />

[[Category:HIV]]
[[Category:AIDS]]
[[Category:Dermatology]]
[[Category:Pruritus]]
[[Category:Skin conditions]]

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