Ever wonder how you diagnose a spontaneous condition like Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU)? In this episode, Dr. Payel Gupta and Kortney delve into the process of diagnosing CSU. Learn about the importance of a detailed medical history, the roles of allergists and dermatologists, the essential tests used to uncover the underlying causes of hives, and why allergists are weary of over-testing for food allergies. Dr. Gupta also explains the role autoimmune diseases play in a CSU diagnosis.
Listen to part one here: Understanding Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU): Hives Demystified
We thank Novartis for sponsoring this episode.
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covering a wide range of subjects related to asthma, allergies, immunology and eczema. Join Payel Gupta, MD and Kortney as they dive into the complexities of medical diagnosis offering balanced episodes with both medical and patient perspectives to help you live a healthier life.
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