Ear acupressure plus allergy medicine for heat-type itchy hives
Treatments studied
Part of Immune system & allergy, Skin clinical trials.
This study tests whether acupressure (pressing specific points on the ear) combined with antihistamine allergy medication works better than medication alone for a type of urticaria (hives) that Traditional Medicine calls 'wind-heat.' The goal is to reduce itching and welts.
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Who can take part
- Diagnosed with urticaria (hives) using international guidelines, with active itching and welts (UAS score of at least 1)
- Diagnosed with 'wind-heat' type urticaria by a Traditional Medicine practitioner, based on specific symptoms like bright red welts and at least 2 secondary signs
- No skin infections, ulcers, or damage in the ear areas where acupressure will be applied
- Not pregnant and no severe exhaustion or weakened immune system
- Able to avoid stimulants (alcohol, coffee, tobacco) for 24 hours before treatment
- No severe allergy or reaction to second-generation antihistamines (common allergy medications)
Quick eligibility check
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