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ConditionName

Urticaria (Hives; Wheals)

ConditionDescription

Form of allergic reaction that causes sudden swelling of superficial skin layers (IgE)

Symptoms

Red, raised welts or bumps on the skin.
Blanching (the center of the hive turns white when pressed).
Itchy skin.
Swelling (angioedema).

PhysicalFindings

ClinicalTests

RiskFactors

IsRedFlag

IsNPLEX

Consequence

ProgressionFromCondition

Acute: Insects bite;

Medications: 
Penicillin;
Sulfur;
Allopurinol;
Rifampin;
Quinidine; 
Food;

Chronic:
Pressure to the skin;
Cold;
Vibration;

TreatmentOptions

2/3 cases self limited;

PharmOptions

First line therapy: antihistamines;
Hydroxyzine, Diphenhydramine;
Loratadine, Ranitidine;

Leukotriene receptor antagonists: Montelukast;

WebLink

https://www.merckmanuals.com/en-ca/professional/dermatologic-disorders/approach-to-the-dermatologic-patient/urticaria