Medical Urticaria and Itchy Urticaria

To understand itchy urticaria, let us understand both the terms one by one; however understand that certain medical urticaria remedies, including many antihistamines are available to ease the suffering caused by itching. Itch is an uncomfortable sensation that provokes the desire to scratch certain areas of the skin. However, it is difficult to describe itch as any one type of sensory experience. Urticaria is a skin problem that has many different subtypes, such as urticaria pigmentosa mastocytosis, physical urticaria, and chronic urticaria, etc.

The most common characteristic of urticaria is itching. It is sometimes accompanied by other symptoms, such as a burning sensation, swelling, and/or redness. Itchy urticaria is an extremely painful and annoying sensation. It can be either permanent or periodic. The triggers that cause urticaria must be avoided or the inching will persist. Usually, the mast cells, which are widespread in the skin, play an important role, as they release histamines into the skin, which causes rashes and itching.

Though the itching is extremely annoying and it is very difficult to avoid scratching, scratching or unnecessarily touching the affected area aggravates the condition. Therefore, the patient should try to avoid scratching, rubbing, or touching the affected area as much as possible.

Second generation antihistamines may provide relief. These antihistamines include desloratadine, fexofenadine, levocetirizine, and loratadine. If the patient drinks nettle tea, it may relieve his throat. This tea can be made by stirring 2 teaspoons of powdered nettles into a cup of hot water and adding honey. Fresh lemon juice can be used if honey is not available.  Patients can also apply calamine lotion on the affected area for soothing relief. Aloe vera gel and vitamin E oil have also been used to counter the effects of urticaria. Another way to relieve the itch is by bathing or dipping the affected area in warm water containing 1/2 cup cornstarch and 1/2 cup baking soda. However, it is advisable to consult a doctor for any type of skin problem,  including urticaria.