Abstract
Chronic urticaria is defined as case of spontaneous wheals and/or angioedema persisting for a period of at least six weeks. The disease has an average duration of three to five years and is strongly associated with a decrease of quality of life and performance. Current international guidelines recommend the use of non-sedating antihistamines as the first choice in therapy and up-dosing these up to fourfold in cases of non-response. Alternative treatments for the afflicted who do not respond to antihistamine-treatment are also available but are not approved for use on urticaria.
Author: Zuberbier, Torsten
Primary Title: Chronic Urticaria
Journal Name: Current Allergy and Asthma Reports
Publisher: Current Medicine Group LLC
Issn: 1529-7322
Subject: Medicine
Start Page: 1
End Page: 6
Url: http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11882-012-0270-7
Doi: 10.1007/s11882-012-0270-7
Hives, or urticaria defined as a condition of the skin known for its itchy welts. Hives are extremely uncomfortable and can make the sufferer very irritated.
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