Urticaria Flashcards

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sxs of anaphylaxis (always evaluate when dealing w/ urticaria)

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chest tightness, dyspnea, hoarse voice, throat tightness, N/V, abdominal pain, lightneadedness, hypotension, wheezing, bronhcospasm, stridor

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does detergent cause urticaria

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no, it causes irritant/ allergic contact dermatitis

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common meds involved in urticaria

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PCN, NSAIDs

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1st line drugs for acute and chronic urticaria tx

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oral H1 anthistamines

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