WHAT IS URTICARIA?
Urticaria is an itchy rash or skin eruption, which may occur anywhere on the body. It is usually temporary, disappearing within 24 to 48 hours. The rash has red weals (hard, raised patches of skin) and is usually itchy.
Urticaria is often due to an allergic reaction to drugs, food or preservatives, but may also be due to fever, heat, exercise or physical pressure. Often the cause is not identified. Urticaria may also be caused by infections, such as hepatitis or even a cold.
Dermographism is a physical urticaria where firm stroking of the skin produces a red line which swells and becomes surrounded by a red flush of the nearby skin. There can be a weal down the line of the stroke. Dermographism literally means ‘writing on the skin’.
What can you do to help?
If you know what causes the urticaria, avoid it. If aspirin precipitates urticaria it is important to see a doctor before using any other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) medicine.
A tepid shower may be soothing. However, heat may make the itch worse. You should also avoid tight clothing as the pressure may worsen the weals and the itch. If the urticaria does not respond to an antihistamine, see your doctor.
When should you seek medical advice?
You should seek medical advice if:
urticaria occurs in a child under 12 years old;
it lasts longer than 24 to 48 hours;
it occurs more often than just occasionally;
it covers a large area of your body;
you also experience fever or general unwellness; or
there is marked swelling, especially if your face, eyes, lips or tongue are involved. In this case seek medical advice urgently.
2006-11-02 23:08:03
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answered by Krishna 6
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Urticaria is a form of allergic reaction where a person gets itchy reddish lesions over the skin. Since u have this for 4 years u have chronic urticaria. You will have to detemine if there is anything specific that you are allergic to like food, drugs, dust etc. Urticaria sometimes occurs on exposure to hot/cold water; if a person has parasitic infestation etc.
This condition is difficult to treat as sometimes the cause cannot be determined. However relief may be obtained by taking anti-histamines which cure the symptoms.
2006-11-03 05:40:45
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answered by ladydoc 2
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Urticaria a transient condition of the skin, usually caused by an allergic reaction, characterized by pale or reddened irregular, elevated patches and severe itching; hives. See a dermatologist !! or you can try a very powerful skin cream "CM COMPLEX SKIN CREAM" call (208) 375-2408 or (208) 866-2469 and the Email is regrossaint@cableone.net
2006-11-01 21:34:55
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answered by Anonymous
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Hi, sorry to hear that, antihistamnie tablets may bring some relief but Homeopathy is the best answer to this condition.
2006-11-01 21:26:40
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answered by Sentinel 7
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Yes, definitely you can be treated successfully with the homoeopathic medicines.
2006-11-01 21:31:13
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answered by JG_grafiOn29 1
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