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Pruritis (Itchy Skin) and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

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WQ85-2385
Language
English
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Renal Pharmacy Team, Renal Program

Pruritis is an itchy feeling on or under your skin. This pamphlet explains what causes pruritis in people with CKD, what the symptoms are, how you can prevent it, and how your kidney team will treat it. 

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