Urticaria as a dermatologic manifestation of Giardia infection: a systematic review of clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic features.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Giardiasis is recognized as the most prevalent enteric protozoal infection worldwide. Although gastrointestinal symptoms are the most common manifestations of giardiasis, several studies have reported cases of urticaria associated with this infection. Urticaria is a common mast cell-dependent disorder characterized by wheals, angioedema, or both. The aim of this study was to conduct the first systematic review to comprehensively synthesize the clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic features of urticaria as a dermatologic manifestation in patients with giardiasis.

Methods

This review was conducted in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) statement. PubMed/MEDLINE, Web of Science, Scopus, ScienceDirect, and Go

SUBMITTER: Mahdavi J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12403345 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature