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The approach to the treatment of chronic urticaria consists of two stages: the first aims to identify the underlying cause; the second aims to relieve symptoms. Before moving on to a detailed description of this therapeutic approach, I suggest you read the general topic of the disease here.

Urticaria is a skin disease that is characterized by the sudden formation of pale or pale pink, swollen, extremely itchy rashes called urticaria. Women are affected twice as often as men, and the condition can occur at any age (including breastfeeding).

Eczema of the hands is a common chronic disease that significantly impairs the quality of life of patients. And because it is not life-threatening, its impact on the general and mental health of those affected is often underestimated. But because the hands are an important part of our daily lives and communication with people, eczema in this area can be a cause of many uncomfortable situations.

I immediately start with the synonyms of this condition in order to clarify that in addition to various colors, there are also various phases and names for it for example tinea versicolor. In fact, most often in late summer appear white skin spots, who quickly direct the receiver to the dermatology practice. Read further for more information about the cause.

For several weeks now I have been postponing writing on the topic of isotretinoin (in Bulgaria the drug is sold under the name roaccutane). The reason for my delay is that I myself have a conflicting opinion about treatment with it. Some of my patients have had their lives changed, for others it is just another disappointing medication, after which the acne recurs. Yes, fortunately, the second group is smaller. Very important to succeed is the right selection of patients suitable for this treatment.

I hasten to start the article having in mind that Acne vulgaris is not an infectious disease. However, the choice for antibiotics as treatment agents is among the leaders of many dermatologists in more severe forms of the disease. I have prescribed antibiotics to no more than five people and my experience is not entirely positive. Usually when the course is stopped, the acne recurs. The drugs used are from the group of tetracycline and macrolide antibiotics.