Urticaria is characterized by the appearance of patches with high relief on the skin with intense itching, which lasts about 24 hours, after which it can appear in other regions of the body.
Urticaria consists of an exaggerated allergic reaction, which can be triggered by several factors, such as ingestion of medications and certain foods, insects or parasites, infections, exposure to cold or heat, sun exposure, exercise and pressure on the skin. In addition, urticaria can be triggered in stressful situations, hence it is popularly called "nervous urticaria".
What symptoms
The characteristic symptoms of urticaria can be:
- Severe itching all over the body; Skin irritation; Swelling of the epidermis; Aspect of redness; Burning of the skin.
These symptoms can appear when the person becomes anxious and stressed, however, these people are already predisposed to hives and they are only triggered or exacerbated in stressful or other situations, such as exposure to extreme temperatures or contact or ingestion of allergens.
What is the diagnosis
The diagnosis for urticaria consists of a physical examination that is performed by the doctor, who may also ask some questions to understand what may have triggered the symptoms, such as activities that have been carried out, food or medication ingested, regions where spots or stains usually appear frequency of episodes.
How the treatment is done
Treatment for urticaria usually consists of taking antihistamines, which reduce the discomfort caused by the disease. In some cases, it may be necessary to take anti-inflammatory drugs, monoclonal antibodies or immune suppressant drugs. Learn more about treatment.
Symptoms usually have a negative impact on the person's quality of life, as they can be precipitated at any time, so knowing how to control yourself is important to avoid embarrassment and the manifestations of the disease. Psychological counseling can be helpful.
