Cold Urticaria
Overview
Cold urticaria causes hives and swelling in response to cold — cold air, cold water or even a cold drink. Reactions to whole-body cold exposure, such as swimming, can be severe. People affected are usually advised to avoid sudden cold immersion.
Questions to Ask Your Doctor
- What is causing my cold urticaria, and is anything making it worse?
- Which treatment do you recommend first, and how long before I should expect a change?
- What side effects should I watch for, and when should I contact you?
- Is this condition contagious, inherited, or linked to anything else in my health?
- What should I do differently if it flares or comes back?
Getting Care
A board-certified dermatologist can confirm the diagnosis and tailor treatment to your skin. If your symptoms change quickly, spread, become painful, or come with a fever, seek care sooner.
Source: https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/hives-cold-urticaria
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