title: Understanding and treating a common dermal problem: pruritus.
abstract: Although dermatological problems are common in older people, health professionals do not always have the skills and knowledge to identify and treat such problems. Pruritus is the most common skin condition older people experience. It is often linked to systemic disease. This article explains how to identify and treat the causes of pruritus and improve quality of life for the older person.
authors.forename: Linda
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Nazarko
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D011537:Pruritus; D011788:Quality of Life