Wheal
noun
A raised, itchy area on the skin caused by an allergic reaction or other irritation.
She developed a wheal after being bitten by a mosquito.
Often appears as...
- urticaria
- skin allergy
Usage tips
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General
noun
A small mound or raised area of earth or minerals.
The excavation revealed a wheal filled with precious minerals.
Often appears as...
- mineral deposit
- earth mound
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A raised, itchy area on the skin caused by an allergic reaction or other irritation.
She developed a wheal after being bitten by a mosquito.
Often appears as...
- urticaria
- skin allergy
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A small mound or raised area of earth or minerals.
The excavation revealed a wheal filled with precious minerals.
Often appears as...
- mineral deposit
- earth mound
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Term
This refers specifically to conditions affecting the skin.
In allergic reactions, wheals may vary in size and shape.
Pro Tip 2/3Allergy Reaction
Wheals are typically associated with itching or discomfort.
The wheal would accompany other symptoms such as redness.
Pro Tip 3/3Skin Condition
Understanding wheals is important for effective treatment.
Doctors often assess wheals in diagnosis.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Term
This refers specifically to conditions affecting the skin.
In allergic reactions, wheals may vary in size and shape.
Pro Tip 2/3Allergy Reaction
Wheals are typically associated with itching or discomfort.
The wheal would accompany other symptoms such as redness.
Pro Tip 3/3Skin Condition
Understanding wheals is important for effective treatment.
Doctors often assess wheals in diagnosis.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Term
This refers specifically to conditions affecting the skin.
In allergic reactions, wheals may vary in size and shape.
Pro Tip 2/3Allergy Reaction
Wheals are typically associated with itching or discomfort.
The wheal would accompany other symptoms such as redness.
Pro Tip 3/3Skin Condition
Understanding wheals is important for effective treatment.
Doctors often assess wheals in diagnosis.
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