Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary, 21st Edition

urticaria pigmentosa

Urticaria characterized by persistent, pigmented maculopapular lesions that urticate when stroked (Darier's sign). It typically occurs in childhood. Biopsy reveals infiltration by mast cells.

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