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Cold-induced urticaria.

M Mahmoudi1

  • 1Department of Internal Medicine, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-School of Osteopathic Medicine, Stratford, NJ, USA. ma0003@dnamail.com

The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association
|June 21, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Cold-induced urticaria, triggered by cold exposure, is often idiopathic. Management involves avoidance, antihistamines, and epinephrine for severe reactions.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Allergy and Immunology

Background:

  • Cold-induced urticaria is a physical urticaria triggered by cold exposure.
  • Most cases are primary (idiopathic), while some are secondary to other conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the diagnosis and management of cold-induced urticaria.

Main Methods:

  • Patient workup includes history, physical examination, and cold challenge.
  • Laboratory tests are utilized to aid diagnosis.

Main Results:

  • Diagnosis is based on clinical presentation and cold challenge.
  • Management focuses on avoidance and antihistamine therapy.

Conclusions:

  • Cold-induced urticaria requires careful diagnosis and management.
  • Severe reactions may necessitate self-administered epinephrine.