Does papular urticaria spread?

Written by Liu Gang
Dermatology
Updated on September 27, 2024
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Papular urticaria is a type of allergic disease, mostly related to exposure to irritants, or bites from mosquitoes and fleas. This disease is not contagious, and it cannot be transmitted through contact with others.

Once the disease is discovered, it must be treated with proper anti-allergy medications. Additionally, it's important to frequently sun-dry and disinfect personal items such as bed sheets, duvet covers, and clothes. Avoid keeping small animals at home and try to stay away from areas with lots of plants and trees.

Some cases of papular urticaria may develop small blisters. These blisters should not be punctured as breaking them can lead to infections and potentially more severe symptoms. Generally, with proper treatment, the symptoms can gradually subside, usually within about a week.

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Can people with papular urticaria eat fish?

Papular urticaria is a type of allergic reaction, related to direct contact with irritants or bites from mosquitoes and fleas. During treatment for this condition, it is generally advised to avoid eating spicy foods, fish, and shrimp, as these can aggravate allergic diseases by inducing inflammation or worsening itching. Severe scratching may also lead to the formation of small blisters, which, if burst, could potentially cause bacterial infection. Therefore, this disease must be treated formally. It is advisable to avoid spicy and irritating foods, refrain from staying up late, and avoid places with a high presence of mosquitoes and fleas. Pets should not be kept in the home; if pets are present, it is crucial to maintain their hygiene and regularly disinfect and expose bedding and covers to sunlight.

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Papular urticaria causes and symptoms

Papular urticaria is a type of allergic reaction, which is specifically related to exposure to irritants, or bites from mosquitoes and fleas. The cause of this disease is relatively clear. Generally, the main symptom is the appearance of red wheals on the body with clear boundaries. At the center of the wheal, there may be a puncture point or small blisters. The primary symptom is itchiness, which is often severe. Repeated scratching of the small blisters can lead to rupture and infection. Therefore, it is important to treat this disease as soon as it is discovered, using oral and topical anti-allergy medications, which generally subside within about a week. It is also advisable to avoid keeping small animals at home and to frequently disinfect bedding by exposing it to sunlight. (Medicine should be used under the guidance of a doctor, based on specific circumstances.)

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Is papular urticaria chickenpox?

Chickenpox is caused by an infection with the varicella-zoster virus and is contagious. It is common among children, though some adults may also contract chickenpox. Once it appears, it is highly contagious and needs to be treated with antiviral medication. Papular urticaria is caused by allergies, often related to mosquito or flea bites. Standard antiallergic medication is typically sufficient for treatment. Occasionally, papular urticaria can present with small blisters similar to those seen in chickenpox, but they are different diseases. If it is difficult to distinguish between them, it is advisable to visit a dermatologist at a formal hospital for diagnosis and treatment.

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Can urticaria papulosa heal by itself?

Papular urticaria is a type of allergic disease, generally with mild symptoms. It manifests as red wheals with small blisters on top. Most cases do not require treatment and will subside gradually over time. It is advisable not to scratch these small blisters as breaking them can lead to infection. It is recommended to frequently expose clothes, bed sheets, and quilt covers to the sun for disinfection to eliminate mites or insects. Avoid contact with small animals and places with abundant flowers, plants, and trees. Also, avoid spicy and irritating foods and do not stay up late. Typically, conventional medications can completely cure the condition within about a week. Paying attention to diet and lifestyle habits is generally sufficient.

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Can urticaria papulosa be washed with sulfur soap?

Papular urticaria is an allergic reaction caused by insect bites, which can cause severe itching. Sulfur soap, which acts as an antibacterial, antifungal, and degreasing agent, is not effective in relieving itchiness from papular urticaria, and therefore its use is not recommended. Enhancing skin cleanliness and providing symptomatic anti-allergy and itch-relieving measures are advised. Oral medications such as ebastine tablets, Jinchanchu Itching Granules, and prednisone acetate tablets can be taken. For the skin areas affected by insect bites, topical applications like fluticasone propionate cream or compound clobetasol propionate cream can be used, and the general course of treatment should be controlled within one week. (The use of medications should be under the guidance of a physician.)