Physiopathologie et prise en charge de l’urticaire chronique [Physiopathology and management of chronic urticaria]

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Article: article from journal or magazin.
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Title
Physiopathologie et prise en charge de l’urticaire chronique [Physiopathology and management of chronic urticaria]
Journal
Revue medicale suisse
Author(s)
Schwab J., Stehlin F., Muller Y.D.
ISSN
1660-9379 (Print)
ISSN-L
1660-9379
Publication state
Published
Issued date
02/04/2025
Peer-reviewed
Oui
Volume
21
Number
912
Pages
642-647
Language
french
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Publication types: English Abstract ; Journal Article
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Abstract
Chronic urticaria manifests as itchy, transient and migrating wheals and/or angioedema lasting more than 6 weeks. It can be classified as spontaneous or inducible by physical factors. It is secondary to mast cell activation due to autoallergy (type I) or autoimmunity (type IIb). While the initial work-up consists essentially in evaluating the presence of biomarkers, it can be completed according to comorbidities and factors identified with history and physical examination. Second generation antihistamines up to four-times the standard dose are the cornerstone of the management. This initial management can be undertaken by primary care physicians. Specialists should be involved in the presence of physical factors, resistance to antihistamines, or atypical lesions.
Keywords
Humans, Chronic Urticaria/physiopathology, Chronic Urticaria/therapy, Chronic Urticaria/diagnosis, Chronic Urticaria/drug therapy, Chronic Urticaria/etiology, Histamine Antagonists/therapeutic use, Urticaria/physiopathology, Chronic Disease
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