Aquagenic urticaria

Urticaria (hives) is a vascular reaction of the skin marked by the transient appearance of smooth, slightly elevated papules or plaques (wheals) that are erythematous and that are often attended by severe pruritus. Individual lesions resolve without scarring in several hours. Most cases of urticaria are self-limited and of short duration; the eruption rarely lasts more than several days, but it may be recurrent over weeks. Chronic urticaria is defined as urticaria with recurrent episodes lasting longer than 6 weeks. Aquagenic urticaria is an extremely rare form of physical urticaria. It appears in response to any type of water (including normal water, sweat, tears, etc.) at both cold temperatures and hot temperatures. It is also sometimes referred to as water urticaria and aquagenous urticaria. Like many other forms of urticaria, some people describe it as an allergy; however, it is not due to histamine releasing, which makes it unique. Aquagenic urticarial causes an extremely painful reaction to the body of the patient when in contact with water. The condition usually causes the skin to itch and burn after being exposed to water. Hives may also develop on the patient’s skin, which are itchy, raised bumps. The patient may feel pain, which usually lasts between 10 minutes to two hours. Taking a shower may result in soreness and dry eyes. Usually, contact with hot water tends to expedite the formation of hives. The patient may feel out of breath or experience swelling in the ...
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