Q. How to get cured from chronic urticaria?
Hi doctor,
I have chronic urticaria. I have done some allergy tests. I am allergic to dust mites, mussels, and tuna. I followed different diets to have some relief. But still, I feel itchy in certain parts of my body. When I start scratching, it seems to spread all over my body. Currently, I take Alnix tablets whenever required. Is it safe? What can I do to improve my condition? I was diagnosed with urticaria five years back. I took tablet Co-aleva several times while having an upper respiratory infection. I self-medicated and became dependent on tablet Co-aleva for a year. But I stopped taking it after consulting my dermatologist.
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I understand your concern. You are suffering from chronic urticaria. It is defined by episodic urticaria (hives) occurring with a duration of more than six weeks. It causes marked distress to patients as it creates uncomfortable situations by interfering with work and sleep. Though it is difficult to treat, it is relatively a benign condition. Rarely, it occurs permanently. It remains limited to the skin and mucosal tissues. It does not involve any other organ or system. In all cases, management begins with detecting and minimizing aggravating factors followed by taking initial treatment with H1 antihistamines. Currently, you are taking Cetirizine. Alternatively, you can also take Levocetirizine 5 mg, Fexofenadine 180 mg Loratadine 10 mg, or Desloratadine 5 mg once daily. If your symptoms persist, I suggest you increase the dose of H1 antihistamines. You can add Ranitidine 150 mg twice daily, Famotidine 20 mg twice daily, or Montelukast 10 mg once daily. When your symptoms remain refractory to these measures, then I suggest you take Glucocorticoids with a dose of 40 mg daily in the morning with food for two to three days. Once your symptoms get controlled, then taper down your dose to 10 mg daily. Kindly consult your dermatologist before doing the necessary changes.
Was this answer helpful?
|Same symptoms doesn’t mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!
Related Questions:
I have a cold draining nose and body pain. Please help.
.. have rhinitis as per history. I suggest you taking Levocetirizine 5 mg OD for five days which is decongestant. You can also take Vitamin C 500 mg BD for five days. If fever is also there, then take Paracetamol 500 mg SOS. Read full
My wife has urticaria. Please help.Hi doctor, My son is 3 years old. His weight is 15 kg. He frequently throws up like once in two days or more. He often complains of a tummy ache and asks for water. Sometimes, water helps but at times it does not and he vomits after that. Read full
Does Itching Disturb Your Regular Activities?Nowadays itching is a major problem or symptom of most of the allergic, systemic or fungal diseases ... Associated factors - lymph node enlargement, tumour, chronic skin diseases, fungal Read full
Also Read Answers From:
Comprehensive Medical Second Opinion.Submit your Case
iCliniq's FREE Newsletters
Expert-backed health and wellness information, delivered to your email.
Thank you for subscribing to our Newsletters!
Also Read
PCOS and Liver Problems
The hormonal imbalances in polycystic ovary syndrome could cause liver diseases. Read the article to know the relationship between these medical conditions. Read more»
Inferior Alveolar Nerve Lateralization Technique
The inferior alveolar nerve lateralization technique is a surgical lateralization technique to reposition the nerve. Read the article to know more about this. Read more»
COVID-19 and Ebola: Similarities and Differences
This article gives a comparison and broader overview of the outbreak of the two deadliest diseases that showed a greater incidence over the last two decades. Read more»
Ask your health query to a doctor online?
Ask an Allergy Specialist Now* guaranteed answer within 4 hours.