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Describe the clinical features and presentation of urticaria.
Explain the diagnosis and investigation of urticaria.
Discuss the management of both acute and chronic urticaria.
Implement the step wise management of chronic urticaria into their practice.
Domains of General Practice
191671 - How to Treat quiz: Urticaria
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How to Treat quiz: Urticaria
Relevance to General PracticeUrticaria is a common skin condition with a large impact on quality of life. Most acute cases in adults and children will resolve spontaneously within days. In chronic urticaria, 80% will settle within 12 months. Treatment with high dose antihistamines is safe and effective in the majority of cases.
Learning outcomesD1. Communication skills and the patient-doctor relationship
D2. Applied professional knowledge and skills
D3. Population health and the context of general practice
D4. Professional and ethical role
D5. Organisational and legal dimensions
Curriculum Contextual Units- Adult health
- Children and young people health
- Dermatology
