Abstract
Aim:To explore the pattern of occurrence and characteristics of senile pruritus among elderly living in nursing homes in the Northern region of Denmark.Materials & methods:A Danish questionnaire was developed and distributed to six nursing homes from which 46 residents participated.Results:The prevalence of chronic itch was 28.9%. Evening–night and autumn–winter with an average daily itch of 30 min were reported. Itch interfered with night sleep and daily activities. Scratching was common with 61.5% accompanying scratch marks. Half of participants reported Xerosis. Cream, cold compress and cold shower were found to be the most effective remedies for itch relief.Conclusion:The present study revealed a high prevalence of chronic pruritus including cases of senile pruritus that needs further exploration for treatment or preventive strategies.
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Presence and characteristics of senile pruritus among Danish elderly living in nursing homes
Aim: To explore the pattern of occurrence and characteristics of senile pruritus among elderly living in nursing homes in the Northern region of Denmark
Aim Given the lack of studies regarding senile pruritus in Denmark, the aim of the present study was to investigate the pattern of occurrence and characteristics of senile pruritus among elderly living in nursing homes in the northern region of Denmark
Summary
Given the lack of studies regarding senile pruritus in Denmark, the aim of the present study was to investigate the pattern of occurrence and characteristics of senile pruritus among elderly living in nursing homes in the northern region of Denmark
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