Systematic reviews of pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatments for patients with chronic urticaria

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Moxibustion therapy for chronic spontaneous urticaria

“…[ 38 , 39 ] Numerous studies have confirmed that moxibustion therapy is effective in treating CSU. [ 20 , 29 ] Given that no relevant systematic reviews and meta-analysis have been carried out, we set out to prove the effect of moxibustion therapy for CSU, to provide a more reasonable and effective treatment plan for CUS.…”

“…[ 18 ] Wormwood has the effect of warming meridians and dispelling cold, and can dispel dampness and relieve itching used externally. [ 19 ] According to modern mechanism studies, moxibustion therapy has antiallergic effects and can treat a variety of diseases related to allergic reactions, including urticaria, allergic rhinitis, irritable bowel syndrome, [ 20 – 22 ] etc. Moxibustion therapy also has antibacterial effects, which can inhibit various bacteria such as gram-negative bacteria, Streptococcus beta , Pseudomonas aeruginosa , etc.…”

“…[ 25 – 28 ] Numerous studies have confirmed that moxibustion therapy is effective in treating CSU. [ 20 , 29 ] It can relieve the symptoms of itching, reduce the frequency of CSU, and finally improve quality of life. Given no relevant systematic reviews and meta-analysis has been conducted, we set out to prove the effect of moxibustion therapy for CSU.…”

Knowledge, attitudes, and practices associated with personal health care on urticaria in peripheral health facilities of Yaoundé, Cameroon (Sub‐Saharan Africa)

“…Urticaria is a very common inflammatory dermatosis; its diagnosis is based on history and clinical examination 1 . It is a complex multifactorial pathology involving genetic and environmental factors 2,3 . Due to its multiple etiologies and morphological variants, this pathology can be subject to numerous diagnostic errors and therefore to inadequate treatment, in particular by nonspecialized personnel.…”

“…Given the fact that urticaria is a frequent pathology either in developed or in developing countries, it is essential to know the various aspects of its diagnosis and management to avoid the occurrence of complications. Many triggering factors of urticaria are found in literature, including cold, heat, solar, delayed pressure, vibratory, insect bites, dermographic, aquagenic, cholinergic, contact, and exercise 2,3,9 …”