Urticaria
noun
A skin condition that causes itchy, red bumps or welts on the skin.
She was treated for urticaria after she had an allergic reaction to shellfish.
Often appears as...
- acute urticaria
- chronic urticaria
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A skin condition that causes itchy, red bumps or welts on the skin.
She was treated for urticaria after she had an allergic reaction to shellfish.
Often appears as...
- acute urticaria
- chronic urticaria
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Condition
Urticaria is specifically a medical term, used in healthcare and related professions.
The patient's medical records indicated urticaria as a symptom of the reaction.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Contagious
Urticaria isn't an infectious disease; it doesn't spread from person to person.
Despite her urticaria, she was not isolated since it poses no risk to others.
Pro Tip 3/3May Indicate Allergies
Urticaria can be a sign of allergies, so its mention often implies a reaction to something.
Her urticaria flared up after coming into contact with pet dander.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Condition
Urticaria is specifically a medical term, used in healthcare and related professions.
The patient's medical records indicated urticaria as a symptom of the reaction.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Contagious
Urticaria isn't an infectious disease; it doesn't spread from person to person.
Despite her urticaria, she was not isolated since it poses no risk to others.
Pro Tip 3/3May Indicate Allergies
Urticaria can be a sign of allergies, so its mention often implies a reaction to something.
Her urticaria flared up after coming into contact with pet dander.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Condition
Urticaria is specifically a medical term, used in healthcare and related professions.
The patient's medical records indicated urticaria as a symptom of the reaction.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Contagious
Urticaria isn't an infectious disease; it doesn't spread from person to person.
Despite her urticaria, she was not isolated since it poses no risk to others.
Pro Tip 3/3May Indicate Allergies
Urticaria can be a sign of allergies, so its mention often implies a reaction to something.
Her urticaria flared up after coming into contact with pet dander.
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