urticaria

Solar Urticaria (Sun-Induced Hives)

What is solar urticaria? Solar urticaria is a skin condition known as hives that specifically develops after exposure to sunlight. It can also occur with artificial light sources within specific wavelengths. Solar urticaria is a type of photodermatosis – a skin condition that arises with light exposure. It tends to >> Read More ...

Intestinal Angioedema – Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

Intestinal angioedema is a fairly rare condition where there is swelling of the wall of the bowels (intestines). It can affect the small or large intestine and is often misdiagnosed for other gastrointestinal conditions. The edema will cause a range of symptoms that are vague and unless acquired, hereditary or drug-related >> Read More ...

Angioedema Causes and Types

Types of Angioedema Angioedema can be characterized as : This is an immune reaction to an allergen. Symptoms may appear within the first 2 hours after exposure to the allergen and usually settle within 3 days. Urticaria is usually present but not always. Acquired Angioedema This type of angioedema is associated with >> Read More ...