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Acute Urticaria: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

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Quick summary

Sudden itchy hives lasting <6 weeks, often allergic or post-infectious. Treated with antihistamines.

Last updated: 22 July 2026
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Treatment

  • H1 antihistamines (cetirizine, loratadine).
  • Short-course prednisone for severe.
  • Epinephrine if anaphylaxis.