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Urticaria, commonly known as hives, is a skin condition characterized by itchy, raised welts.
The risk factors for urticaria can be divided into two categories: environmental and genetic.
Environmental risk factors:
1. Allergies: Exposure to allergens such as food, medications, insect stings, or latex can trigger an allergic reaction that leads to urticaria.
2. Infections: Certain infections, such as viral infections, can cause urticaria.
3. Physical factors: Exposure to heat, cold, sunlight, or water can cause physical urticaria.
4. Medications: Certain medications, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), antibiotics, and aspirin, can cause urticaria.
5. Foods: Certain foods, such as nuts, shellfish, and eggs, can cause urticaria in some individuals.
6. Stress: Emotional stress can trigger urticaria in some people.
7. Autoimmune diseases: Conditions such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis can increase the risk of urticaria.
8. Underlying medical conditions: Certain medical conditions, such as thyroid disease, can increase the risk of urticaria.
Genetic risk factors:
1. Family history: A family history of urticaria or other allergic conditions can increase the risk of developing urticaria.
2. Genetic predisposition: Certain genetic variations may increase the risk of urticaria.
It is important to note that the exact cause of urticaria is often unknown, and multiple factors may contribute to its development.
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