Clinical problem solving: Itching for a diagnosis

The New England Journal of Medicine
Libby SchaeferJoseph Loscalzo

Abstract

A 58-year-old woman presented with a 2-week history of generalized pruritus. She also reported having fatigue, dizziness, and decreased appetite. A week before the onset of symptoms, a mild upper respiratory tract infection had developed.

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