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W0 (prurigo nodularis lesions at baseline).
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Physical examination revealed widespread hyperkeratosis nodules and excoriations on scalp, extensor side of the extremities, and trunk (Figure 1).
W4 (prurigo nodularis improved after acupuncture therapy at week 4).
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No new rash (Figure 2).
W10 (prurigo nodularis improved after acupuncture therapy at week 10).
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The NRS for itch scored 2 points, indicating that it is basically not itchy during the day, and slight itching at night before bedtime, which could be controlled without scratching (Figure 3).
W16 (prurigo nodularis improved after acupuncture therapy at week 16).
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In the 16th week, all but a small number of nodules on both upper limbs had subsided with pigmentation left (Figure 4).
F1 (followed up for 1 month).
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During the 2-month's follow-up, the patient was stable in all aspects without new rash (Figures 5 and 6).
F2 (followed up for 2 month).
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During the 2-month's follow-up, the patient was stable in all aspects without new rash (Figures 5 and 6).