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The
most common urticaria therapy is antihistamine therapy,
although there are other therapies, such as acupuncture that is used to
cope with urticaria and angioedema. These therapies have been a success
when used for different types of urticaria, including hypocomplementemic
urticarial vasculitisis, physical urticaria, and papular urticaria,
etc.
Urticaria, commonly referred to as hives, is a dermatological disorder
that appears as red, raised eruptions on the skin. It is also
characterized by itching. The eruptions are of various sizes.
To understand urticaria therapy, let us understand the
definition of histamine and antihistamine. Urticaria is usually caused
by the release of a fluid, called histamine, from the mast cells. An
urticaria antihistamine is a drug that counteracts the effects of
histamines that cause urticaria. However, the urticaria antihistamines
do not treat the underlying cause of urticaria. They just provide
temporary relief to the patient from the itching or burning sensation
and are not considered to be a permanent urticaria treatment.
There are four major types of histamines defined by medical science:
H1, H2, H3, and H4. Furthermore, H3 and H4 antihistamines are not used
in common clinical practice and are merely used for experimental
purposes. H1 and H2 antihistamines are inverse agonists. H2
antihistamines are usually used to reduce the secretion of gastric acid
and for treating gastrointestinal conditions, including peptic ulcers
and gastroesophageal reflux disease.
Now, we are only concerned about the H1s because clinically, H1
antihistamines are used to treat allergic reactions, including
different types of urticaria. Other uses of H1 antihistamines include
reducing the local inflammation from various conditions, such as insect
stings, even if there is no allergic reaction. Some antihistamines can
cause drowsiness; therefore, activities that require mental and
physical vigilance should be avoided after their intake. It is wise to
consult a doctor before you opt for any urticaria therapy.
P.S. (from
Dr. Gary M. Levin, M.D. & Surgeon)
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