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August 4, 2024
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Members responding to the question about long-term Prurigo Nodularis diagnoses shared that many had lived with the condition for 8 to 15 years... Read more

Members responding to the question about long-term Prurigo Nodularis diagnoses shared that many had lived with the condition for 8 to 15 years or more before receiving a proper diagnosis, highlighting how rarely recognized the disease is among general practitioners. Several members discussed possible triggers including vaccines, insect bites, and autoimmune responses, while others shared treatment experiences with Dupixent, noting mixed results. A recurring theme was the importance of self-advocacy, seeking dermatologist referrals with biopsy confirmation, and leaning on humor and community support to cope with this rare and often misunderstood condition.

A MyPrurigoTeam Member

Perhaps that vaccine was a trigger and not the complete cause. We are complex systems and one thing is rarely the only cause. Like you said it made your systems go haywire but they may have already been struggling to hold back this outbreak. It may have been the last straw so to speak. I kno for my body the Covid vaccine was that way. It thru my body into overload and do every weak spot that was under control fell apart.

August 13, 2024
A MyPrurigoTeam Member

Amen Eric! I had no idea what I had even after the dermatologist told me what it was. I was told it was an uncommon skin disorder. I agree with the disorder part

August 21, 2024
A MyPrurigoTeam Member

Good for you Eric,. For some odd reason GPs nor nurses have ever dealt with this.
It takes a Biopsy and Dermatologist to pin point it.

August 20, 2024
A MyPrurigoTeam Member

Research helps. .The first case abservered in 1879. PN received a name in 1909.

August 18, 2024
A MyPrurigoTeam Member

Eric, I agree with an easy fix. Wouldn't that be awesome?!!

August 21, 2024

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