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. 1981 Jan;44(1):19–22. doi: 10.1136/jnnp.44.1.19

Paroxysmal itching in multiple sclerosis: a report of three cases.

M Yamamoto, S Yabuki, T Hayabara, S Otsuki
PMCID: PMC490813  PMID: 7205301

Abstract

Paroxysmal itching is described in three Japanese women with multiple sclerosis and previously reported cases are discussed. This paroxysmal symptom is rare, but may be the first and only symptom at the onset of multiple sclerosis.

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