Meaning of the word urticaria in English

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urticaria

US /ˌɜːr.t̬ɪˈker.ɪ.ə/
UK /ˌɜː.tɪˈkeə.ri.ə/

Noun

a rash of round, red weals on the skin which itch intensely, sometimes with dangerous swelling, caused by an allergic reaction, stress, or other factors

Example:
The patient developed severe urticaria after taking the new medication.
Stress can sometimes trigger episodes of chronic urticaria.