Identifying pathogenic mechanisms will help treat chronic urticaria

Chronic urticaria differs from dermatographism because hives can last all day instead of one to two hours, there is a prominent late-phase reaction, angioedema is far more commonly seen, and complement has a role," he explains. "Thus, one should not be surprised that antihistaminic agents...

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Published inDermatology Times Vol. 26; no. 8; p. 42
Main Author Schneider, Ellen Meyer
Format Magazine Article Trade Publication Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Monmouth Junction Intellisphere, LLC 01.08.2005
MultiMedia Healthcare Inc
Subjects
Allergic reaction
Allergy
Anesthesia
Asthma
Autoimmune diseases
Dermatology
Diagnosis
Histamine
Medical treatment
Pathogens
Steroids
Urticaria
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Summary:Chronic urticaria differs from dermatographism because hives can last all day instead of one to two hours, there is a prominent late-phase reaction, angioedema is far more commonly seen, and complement has a role," he explains. "Thus, one should not be surprised that antihistaminic agents at any dose might be insufficient to treat the disorder. It is like treating asthma without being able to use an inhaled corticosteroid.
ISSN:0196-6197
2150-6523