Aquagenic urticaria in an adolescent: differential diagnosis and management.

BMJ Case Rep

Skin and Laser Dermatology, McLean, Virginia, USA.

Published: August 2024

Aquagenic urticaria, a rare variant of chronic-inducible urticaria, is triggered by direct contact with water. It is distinguished by its characteristic small wheals accompanied by a halo of erythema from other forms of urticaria. It typically manifests with a delayed diagnosis due to the atypical trigger and the potential for diverse clinical presentations. We present a case of aquagenic urticaria in an adolescent male that demonstrates the need for accurate differential diagnosis and appropriate management.

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