{"id":1778,"date":"2024-10-23T16:12:32","date_gmt":"2024-10-23T13:12:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.esteperapoliklinik.com\/en\/?p=1778"},"modified":"2025-07-17T13:10:08","modified_gmt":"2025-07-17T10:10:08","slug":"diagnosis-and-treatment-of-urticaria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.esteperapoliklinik.com\/en\/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-urticaria\/","title":{"rendered":"Diagnosis and Treatment of Urticaria"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.esteperapoliklinik.com\/en\/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-urticaria\/#Diagnosis_and_Treatment_of_Urticaria_Hives\" title=\"Diagnosis and Treatment of Urticaria (Hives)\">Diagnosis and Treatment of Urticaria (Hives)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.esteperapoliklinik.com\/en\/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-urticaria\/#Types_of_Urticaria\" title=\"Types of Urticaria\">Types of Urticaria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.esteperapoliklinik.com\/en\/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-urticaria\/#Causes_and_Triggers_of_Urticaria\" title=\"Causes and Triggers of Urticaria\">Causes and Triggers of Urticaria<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.esteperapoliklinik.com\/en\/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-urticaria\/#Symptoms_of_Urticaria\" title=\"Symptoms of Urticaria\">Symptoms of Urticaria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.esteperapoliklinik.com\/en\/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-urticaria\/#Diagnosis_of_Urticaria\" title=\"Diagnosis of Urticaria\">Diagnosis of Urticaria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.esteperapoliklinik.com\/en\/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-urticaria\/#Treatment_Methods_for_Urticaria\" title=\"Treatment Methods for Urticaria\">Treatment Methods for Urticaria<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diagnosis_and_Treatment_of_Urticaria_Hives\"><\/span>Diagnosis and Treatment of Urticaria (Hives)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Urticaria, commonly known as hives, is a condition characterized by the sudden appearance of itchy, red, and raised welts on the skin. While they typically resolve on their own within a short period, some cases can become chronic. The cause of urticaria can be an allergic reaction, but it can also be triggered by factors such as stress, infections, or medication use.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Urticaria\"><\/span>Types of Urticaria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. Acute Urticaria<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Symptoms resolve in less than 6 weeks.<\/li>\n<li>It is often triggered by allergens (food, medications, insect bites).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>2. Chronic Urticaria<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Symptoms persist for more than 6 weeks and are recurrent.<\/li>\n<li>The cause may not be fully identified; autoimmune reactions may play a role.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>3. Physical Urticaria<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Triggered by physical stimuli such as heat, cold, pressure, or exercise.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>4. Angioedema<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>In addition to hives, swelling of the deeper layers of the skin (especially in the lips and eyelids) is observed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Causes_and_Triggers_of_Urticaria\"><\/span>Causes and Triggers of Urticaria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. Allergic Reactions<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Food allergies (seafood, dairy products, nuts, etc.)<br \/>\nMedications (antibiotics, aspirin, ibuprofen)<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Infections<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Upper respiratory infections or viral infections.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Stress and Psychological Factors<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Stress, anxiety, and depression can trigger urticaria.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Physical Stimuli<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Exposure to cold, heat, exercise, pressure, or sunlight.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Immune System Problems<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Can be associated with autoimmune diseases.<\/p>\n<p><strong>6. Insect Bites<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Stings from bees, mosquitoes, or other insects can trigger urticaria.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Symptoms_of_Urticaria\"><\/span>Symptoms of Urticaria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Raised and Red Lesions: Blisters of varying sizes form on the body.<\/li>\n<li>Itching: Intense itching is common and can be uncomfortable.<\/li>\n<li>Variability of Lesions: Blisters may move or disappear within a few hours.<\/li>\n<li>Angioedema Symptoms: Sudden swellings in areas such as the lips, tongue, or around the eyes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diagnosis_of_Urticaria\"><\/span>Diagnosis of Urticaria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Clinical Examination: A dermatologist examines the symptoms and their distribution.<\/li>\n<li>Allergy Tests: Skin tests or blood tests are conducted if allergic reactions are suspected.<\/li>\n<li>Blood Tests: Used to investigate infections or autoimmune disorders.<\/li>\n<li>Patch Test: Identifies triggering factors in cases of physical urticaria.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatment_Methods_for_Urticaria\"><\/span>Treatment Methods for Urticaria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>1. Antihistamines<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Loratadine, Cetirizine, Fexofenadine: Suppress allergic reactions and relieve itching.<\/li>\n<li>H1 and H2 Receptor Blockers: Used in severe cases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>2. Corticosteroids<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Administered orally or by injection for short-term relief during acute attacks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>3. Adrenaline Injection<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Life-saving in cases of severe allergic reactions like anaphylaxis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>4. Immune Modulating Medications<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Omalizumab: Used for chronic and resistant cases of urticaria.<\/li>\n<li>Cyclosporine: Preferred in autoimmune-related cases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For detailed information and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.esteperapoliklinik.com\/en\/contact\/\">your questions<\/a>, you can contact us via <a href=\"mailto:info@esteperapoliklinik.com\">E-mail<\/a>. 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