Urticaria Pigmentosa
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If brown spots appear on the skin that redden or swell when rubbed, it could be urticaria pigmentosa, the most common form of cutaneous mastocytosis. It's due to a buildup of mast cells, immune system cells, in the skin.
Common symptoms:
- Brown spots or papules
- Itching when the lesions are scratched or rubbed
- Flare-ups that can be triggered by heat or friction
Common causes: A localized excess of mast cells in the skin, most common in childhood.
Which specialist treats it? The dermatologist and the allergist are the ones who study urticaria pigmentosa, given its connection to the skin and immune reactions. If you notice spots that react to touch, the right move is to discuss it in a specialized consultation.
Data on 70 doctors who treat urticaria pigmentosa
Which specialist treats urticaria pigmentosa?
Urticaria pigmentosa should be evaluated by an allergist or a dermatologist, since it involves both the immune response and the skin. See a doctor if you notice spots that turn red or form welts when rubbed.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in urticaria pigmentosa
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Deyanira Munguia Moreno
Dr. Karin Ivette Campos Jimenez
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Verónica Carolina Solano Álvarez
Dr. Itzel Yoselin Sánchez Pérez
Dr. Valery Fabiola Lerma Torres
Dr. Ana Karen Romero Guzmán
Dr. Javier Alberto Romero Sánchez
Dr. Nataly Minor Zarate
Dr. Ana Gabriela Sánchez Cárdenas
Dr. Octavio Ocampo Valdez
Dr. Anyely Arciniega
Dr. Juan Aguirre Domínguez
Dr. Cristina Moctezuma Trejo
Dr. Diego Pérez Rojas
Dr. Mónica Zarate
Dr. Alejandra Dagdug
Frequently asked questions
What is urticaria pigmentosa?
If brown spots appear on the skin that redden or swell when rubbed, it could be urticaria pigmentosa, the most common form of cutaneous mastocytosis. It's due to a buildup of mast cells, immune system cells, in the skin.
Which doctor treats urticaria pigmentosa?
Urticaria pigmentosa should be evaluated by an allergist or a dermatologist, since it involves both the immune response and the skin. See a doctor if you notice spots that turn red or form welts when rubbed.