pruritus - NICE urgent cancer referral guidance
Last reviewed 01/2018
| Symptom and Specific Features | Possible Cancer | Recommendation |
| Pruritus with unexplained splenomegaly in adults | Non Hodgkin's lymphoma | Consider a suspected cancer pathway referral (for an appointment within 2 weeks). When considering referral, take into account any associated symptoms |
| Symptom and Specific Features | Possible Cancer | Recommendation |
| Pruritus with unexplained lymphadenopathy in adults | Hodgkin's lymphoma or non-Hodgkin's lymphoma | Consider a suspected cancer pathway referral (for an appointment within 2 weeks). When considering referral, take into account any associated symptoms |
Reference:
NICE urgent cancer referral guidance (guidelines with respect to presenting symptoms and signs)