What is another word for urticaria?

Pronunciation: [ˌɜːtɪkˈe͡əɹi͡ə] (IPA)

Urticaria, also commonly known as hives, is a skin condition characterized by itchy and raised red bumps on the skin. There are numerous synonyms for this term, including nettle rash, wheals, welts, and bumps. In addition, some people refer to this condition as a skin allergy or an allergic reaction, as hives can often be triggered by an allergen. Other terms used to describe urticaria include dermatitis, eczema, and psoriasis, although these conditions have varying symptoms and causes. Regardless of the term used, it is important for individuals experiencing hives to seek medical attention to determine the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment.

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    • Noun, singular or mass
      rash.

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Usage examples for Urticaria

The juice is also given internally for urticaria.
"The Medicinal Plants of the Philippines"
T. H. Pardo de Tavera
The evening of this day I was attacked with urticaria, or "nettle rash," for the third time since arriving in Africa, and I suffered a woeful sickness; and it was the forerunner of an attack of remittent fever, which lasted four days.
"How I Found Livingstone"
Sir Henry M. Stanley
For cases of urticaria, I could recommend taking 3 grains of tartar-emetic; but then a stomach-pump would answer the purpose as well.
"How I Found Livingstone"
Sir Henry M. Stanley

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