Cold urticaria

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Background

  • Hypersensitivity to cold air or water which may lead to fatal anaphylaxis

Management

  • Treat similarly to urticarial lesions from other causes (i.e. antihistamines)
  • Avoidance of cold is recommended

See Also

Cold Injuries (Non-Freezing)

Source

Tintinalli