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Selects: How Itching Works

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The Intricacies of Itching

This chapter delves into a severe case of chronic itching linked to shingles and HIV, highlighting the often-overlooked complexities of itch sensations. It examines various types of itches, including neuropathic and psychogenic, and discusses challenges in treatment options. The conversation takes a light-hearted turn, exploring personal scratching preferences while illuminating the psychological aspects related to conditions like Morgellons disease.

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