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I have self diagnossed myself with Cold urticaria i am 29 years old today and have had many break outs since i was id say 7 when i first broke out in hives swelled up itch and burning sensation it does go away after awhile the swelling and itching goes away i can even place a coke on any part of my body as long as it touches my skin all the Doctor s i have ever mentioned being illergic to cold has laughed or called me a liar all of mylife its hard to keep jobs when during the winter i gotta get all bundled up like multi layer clothing and most non factory jobs have freezers like fast food cold gets in my way of life and the struggle isnt getting me anywere when not even a doctor has herd of my illness what can i do to help more doctors know about my illness and how to treat others who have this i will be a test subject in the name of science if needed
Coldurticaria is treated with
1. Over-the-counter antihistamine before cold exposure.
2. Take medications as prescribed.
3. Protect your skin from the cold or sudden changes in temperature. For example, wear a wetsuit when swimming in cold water. Some people have had success with this method, but it isn't proved.
4. Avoid ice-cold drinks and food to prevent swelling of your throat.
5. If your doctor prescribed an epinephrine autoinjector, keep it with you to help prevent serious reactions.
Please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu,
Internal Medicine Specialist
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How Can Cold Urticaria Be Treated?
Hello, Cold urticaria is treated with 1. Over-the-counter antihistamine before cold exposure. 2. Take medications as prescribed. 3. Protect your skin from the cold or sudden changes in temperature. For example, wear a wetsuit when swimming in cold water. Some people have had success with this method, but it isn t proved. 4. Avoid ice-cold drinks and food to prevent swelling of your throat. 5. If your doctor prescribed an epinephrine autoinjector, keep it with you to help prevent serious reactions. Please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu, Internal Medicine Specialist