Progestogen hypersensitivity
Progestogen hypersensitivity
Definition
Progestogen hypersensitivity (PH), also referred to as autoimmune progesterone dermatitis (APD), is a rare immediate or delayed hypersensitivity reaction to endogenous progesterone and/or synthetic progestins characterized by diverse cutaneous manifestations, bronchospasm, and/or anaphylaxis.
Also known as APD, autoimmune progesterone dermatitis, autoimmune progesterone dermatitis/urticaria, PH — per MONDO