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Pruritis
Cannabis for Pruritis
Pruritus stands for “itchy skin”, and is often caused by dried skin. It most often occurs in people as they age, but can occur as a result of pregnancy, another skin disorder (e.g. acne, eczema), allergies, asthma, or, more rarely, cancer. Preliminary human studies have shown that both THC and CBD may be useful in relieving chronic itching. Cannabinoid receptors on the skin are involved in the neuronal modulation of peripheral itch fibers.
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Animal Study
2
Animal Study -
4
Clinical Trial
2
Double Blind Clinical Trial
2
Meta-analysis
26
Meta-analysis -
1
Total studies
Pruritis
37
Positive
34 studies
92%
Negative
2 studies
5%
Inconclusive
1 studies
3%
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- Cannabinoids for the treatment of chronic pruritus: A review
- Cannabinoids for the treatment of refractory neuropathic pruritus in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: A case report