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Primary Aquagenic Pruritus Successfully Treated by β-Alanine: A Case Report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Introduction: Aquagenic pruritus is a chronic debilitating itchy skin condition triggered by water exposure with limited treatment options. Case Presentation: Here, we present a case of primary aquagenic pruritus in an adult male who was successfully treated with β-alanine. Treatment efficacy was maintained at 20-week follow-up. Conclusion: This study adds to the body of evidence supporting a role for β-alanine as an efficient and safe treatment option in patients with aquagenic pruritus. Furthermore, it includes a discussion of the pharmacodynamics of β-alanine and provides an insight into the pathophysiology of aquagenic pruritus.

Source: Case Reports in Dermatology

DOI: 10.1159/000545842

Authors: Farzad Alinaghi, Jesper Elberling

Institutions: Copenhagen University Hospital, Gentofte Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Dermatology and Skin Diseases

Subfield: Dermatology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,030