La urticaria es una reacción alérgica que causa parches de piel enrojecidos, hinchados y con picazón que aparecen en un área del cuerpo o en todo el cuerpo. Generalmente, la reacción es a un alérgeno como alimentos o medicamentos. Los alimentos que comúnmente causan urticaria en los niños incluyen nueces, huevos y leche. Las picaduras de insectos, las infecciones virales y la exposición al sol también pueden ser desencadenantes, pero algunas ronchas aparecen y desaparecen sin una causa conocida.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Pulmonology, Allergy, Sleep, and Critical Care Medicine
The Pulmonology Department comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, education, and rehabilitation services for a full range of pulmonary diseases and allergy conditions.
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Asthma and Allergic Diseases Program
The Allergy/Immunology and Asthma Program at BMC provide expert diagnosis and treatment for a range of allergic and related lung disorders, including specialized care certain cond…
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Otolaryngology — Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery
Whether you need a diagnosis, non-surgical treatment, or surgery for problems involving the ears, sinuses, oral cavity, throat, or neck, the Otolaryngology team is here to provide…
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Nose, Sinus, and Allergy Care
It can be difficult for individuals to tell if they are suffering from allergies or have a more serious condition like chronic sinusitis. At Boston Medical Center, the physicians …