Prurigo nodularis on a patient's arm

CASE HISTORY

  • Itch and firm red bumps developed across body regions
  • PCP prescribed medium-potency TCS, but nodules and itch remained bothersome
  • No coexisting atopic conditions
  • Saw multiple providers and a specialist in past 2 years

CURRENT STATUS

  • Medium- to high-potency TCS as needed
  • Nodules remain and itch is near-constant
  • Frustrated that people always tell him to stop scratching
Real image of PN.
Story inspired by people who suffer from PN.