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Are there guidelines for treating chronic spontaneous urticaria?

Submitted by admin on Tue, 11/23/2021 - 00:28

Medical guidelines are based on high-quality evidence and the expert opinions of specialists. They are used by doctors to help them make the right decisions.

There are Australian and international guidelines available for your doctor, and include information on how to diagnoses and treat chronic spontaneous urticaria.¹

Accurate information and assessment of the symptoms is the key to effective management of your condition.

Don’t let chronic spontaneous urticaria control your life. Ask your doctor about clear skin and zero itch.

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Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy. ASCIA HP Position Paper Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria Guidelines 2020. Available from https://allergy.org.au/images/stories/pospapers/ASCIA_HP_Position_Paper_CSU_2020.pdf Accessed May 2026.

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What is hives (urticaria)?
How does the immune system cause hives?

Symptoms of hives (urticaria)

Where can hives appear on the body?
What are the symptoms of hives (urticaria)?

Types of Hives (Urticaria)

Are there multiple types of hives (urticaria)?
Are there different types of hives (urticaria)?
Is chronic hives the same as chronic urticaria?

Causes of hives

What causes itchy hives?
What causes hives?
How are hives (urticaria) treated?

Chronic spontaneous urticaria

What is chronic spontaneous urticaria?
What treatments are there for chronic spontaneous urticaria?
Are there guidelines for treating chronic spontaneous urticaria?
Can hives suddenly appear for no reason?
Is chronic spontaneous urticaria caused by allergies?
What causes chronic spontaneous urticaria?

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What is hives (urticaria)? What is hives (urticaria)? How does the immune system cause hives?
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