Urticaria Flashcards by Ella Knight | Brainscape

Q

What is urticaria?

A

Type 1 sensitivity skin reaction

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What is an individual lesion in urticaria called?

A

Weal

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Q

What is a wheal?

A

Raised itchy white papule

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Q

What are the features of urticaria?

A

Weals
Localised oedema
Itchy

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How is urticaria managed?

A

Avoid trigger

Topical antihistamine
Oral antihistamine

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