urticaria

Meanings

• Noun

  A condition characterized by the formation of red, itchy wheals on the skin in response to various stimuli.

  - "She developed urticaria after eating shellfish."
  - "His urticaria was caused by an insect bite."
  - "The medication caused severe urticaria as a side effect."

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Synonyms

hives , nettle-rash

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Variants

List of all variants of urticaria that leads to same result
urticaria , urticarial , urticarias , hives

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Etymology

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From the Latin urticaria, meaning 'nettle rash'.

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Trivia

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1. Urticaria affects an estimated 10-20% of the population at some point in their lives.

2. Urticaria can be caused by various triggers, including foods, medications, insect bites, and infections.

3. Urticaria can range from mild to severe and can cause discomfort, anxiety, and impair daily activities.

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Related Concepts

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1. Angioedema: A related condition characterized by swelling of the deeper layers of the skin and mucous membranes, often occurring in conjunction with urticaria.

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Culture

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Urticaria, also known as hives, has been depicted in various forms of art and literature throughout history. In some cultures, it was believed to be a sign of purification or spiritual transformation.

How to Memorize "urticaria"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine raised, red, itchy patches on the skin.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with an image of a nettle rash or hives.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Urticaria: Uppity Red Itchy Bumps Causing Annoyance and Agitation' to remember the meaning.

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