Notalgia Paresthetica (“Itchy Back”) | Causes, Risk Factors, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

The video discusses notalgia paresthetica, a chronic neuropathic condition causing itching on the back. It covers the unknown causes, potential nerve involvement, and risk factors like age and gender. Symptoms include chronic itching, allodynia, and paresthesia, often without visible skin lesions. Diagnosis is clinical, and treatments include topical steroids, capsaicin, and gabapentin, though relief is often temporary. The video emphasizes the importance of recognizing this underdiagnosed condition and offers various treatment options.

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