Table 2 Suggested Questions
From: A Summary of the New International EAACI/GA1LEN/EDF/WAO Guidelines in Urticaria
Number | Question |
|---|---|
1 | Time of onset of disease |
2 | Frequency and duration of wheals |
3 | Diurnal variation |
4 | Occurrence in relation to weekends, holidays, and foreign travel |
5 | Shape, size, and distribution of wheals |
6 | Associated angioedema |
7 | Associated subjective symptoms of lesion, e.g. itch, pain |
8 | Family and personal history regarding urticaria, atopy |
9 | Previous or current allergies, infections, internal diseases, or other possible causes |
10 | Psychosomatic and psychiatric diseases |
11 | Surgical implantations and events during surgery |
12 | Gastric/intestinal problems (stool, flatulence) |
13 | Induction by physical agents or exercise |
14 | Use of drugs (NSAIDs, injections, immunizations, hormones, laxatives, suppositories, ear and eye drops, and alternative remedies) |
15 | Observed correlation to food |
16 | Relationship to the menstrual cycle |
17 | Smoking habits |
18 | Type of work |
19 | Hobbies |
20 | Stress (eustress and distress) |
21 | Quality of life related to urticaria and emotional impact |
22 | Previous therapy and response to therapy |