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Does anyone have grey/blackish colored hard pieces of something that come out of the nodules when scratched open?

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Austin, TX
June 30, 2024
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A MyPrurigoTeam Member

Mine is black specks. I am new to this and feel like I am going crazy cause they look like they could be a microscope bug, and feel like it. I have a lot of what looks like hairs or stringy skin.

July 10, 2024
A MyPrurigoTeam Member

Mine is like clear small like beads. Weird stuff.

July 2, 2024
MyPrurigoTeam

Prurigo nodularis (PN) nodules can vary in color and appearance. They may appear in different colors, including red, pink, brown, black, or even the same color as your skin. When scratched open, nodules can become infected, leading to changes in appearance such as redness, swelling, and the presence of pus. However, the Show Full Answer

Prurigo nodularis (PN) nodules can vary in color and appearance. They may appear in different colors, including red, pink, brown, black, or even the same color as your skin. When scratched open, nodules can become infected, leading to changes in appearance such as redness, swelling, and the presence of pus. However, the context does not specifically mention grey or blackish hard pieces coming out of the nodules. If you experience unusual symptoms, it's best to consult a healthcare professional.

June 30, 2024
A MyPrurigoTeam Member

For those in this conversation talking about the itching, are you on a biologic, like Dupixent or Nemluvio? If so, a single layer of internal protection may not be enough. In addition to Dupixent, I take NAC (1200 mg/day) and Allegra. Brought my itch from screaming at the ceiling to I can deal with this.

June 23
A MyPrurigoTeam Member

Yes I agree and I can’t even sleep since I’m itching on and off all night.

June 23

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