Category: U
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Urticaria medicamentosa
Urticaria caused by an allergic reaction to a drug (e.g., a sulfa drug).
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Urticaria factitia
Urticaria following slight irritation of the skin.
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Urticaria cholinergic
Urticaria that develops after exposure to high ambient temperatures (e.g., after exercise, a warm shower or bath, or during a fever). The hives that develop are typically small (1 to 3 mm) and are often surrounded by erythema.
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Urticaria bullosa
Eruption of temporary vesicles with infusion of fluid under the epidermis.
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Urtica dioica
The scientific name for the stinging nettle, an herb used to treat allergic conditions such as allergic rhinitis. Exposure to the herb can cause a rash. Extracts made from it are promoted for their diuretic effects.
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Uroxanthin
Yellow pigment of the urine; an indigo-forming substance.
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Uroporphyria
Porphyria in which an excess amount of uroporphyrin is excreted in the urine.
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Urophosphometer
A device for estimating the amount of phosphorus in the urine.
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Uropathogen
A microorganism capable of causing disease of the urinary tract.
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Uronephrosis
Dilatation of the renal structures from obstruction of the urinary flow; distention of the renal pelvis and tubules with urine.