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.
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.
Specialties that treat urticaria pigmentosa
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in urticaria pigmentosa
Dra. Claudia Ileana Saenz Corral
Dra. Nilda Eliana Gómez Bernal
Dra. Angelica Leonor Berron Ruiz
Dra. Grazia Jesus Hernandez
Dr. Guillermo Leopoldo Ruiz
Dra. García Ruiz María Teresa
Dr. Raúl Velázquez Alvarado
Dr. Tomas Rangel Piza
Dra. Veronica Ramírez Cisneros
Dr. Yvette Fernández Camacho
Dra. Juana Ma Portugal Rodriguez
Dra. Patricia Aidé López Olmos
Dra. Leticia Vergara Takahashi
Dra. Andrea Romo López
Dra. Rosa Maria Gutierrez Vidrio
Dr. Venegas Griselda Membrillo
Dr. Juan Colín Fuentes
Dra. Claudia Mónica Vargas Salinas
Dr. Alvaro Pedroza Melendez
Dra. Angelita Altagracia Martín Ferreira
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 is usually treated by specialists in allergist, dermatologist.