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Physical allergies.

R F Horan1, A L Sheffer, W W Briner

  • 1Brigham and Women's Hospital, New England Deaconess Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02215.

Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
|August 11, 1992
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Physical allergies triggered by stimuli like exercise or cold can cause hives and swelling. Management involves education, avoidance, and antihistamines for these conditions.

Area of Science:

  • Immunology
  • Dermatology
  • Allergology

Background:

  • Physical stimuli can trigger allergic reactions.
  • Vasoactive substances mediate conditions like urticaria and angioedema.
  • Athletes may be at higher risk for physical allergies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss allergic responses to physical stimuli.
  • To outline various types of physical allergies.
  • To review management strategies for physical allergies.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of physical allergies.
  • Discussion of underlying mechanisms (vasoactive substances).
  • Categorization of specific physical allergy types.

Main Results:

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  • Identified physical allergies include cholinergic urticaria, exercise-induced anaphylaxis, cold urticaria, dermatographism, solar urticaria, and aquagenic urticaria.
  • These conditions often manifest as urticaria and/or angioedema.
  • Management strategies are effective in controlling symptoms.

Conclusions:

  • Physical allergies are a distinct group of conditions.
  • Effective management relies on a multi-faceted approach.
  • Patient education and avoidance are crucial components of care.