Hives urticaria are a common skin condition that produce an itchy rash welts or wheals. It affects 1 in 5 people, and is more likely to affect people with other skin conditions such as eczema. Depending on the duration of the Hives urticaria they are usually classified as either acute of chronic:. Usually a cause is never found. All dermatologists at the Skin Hospital are highly trained to treat this condition. Your specialist will ask you detailed questions to understand whether there are any obvious triggers for your hives.
Often no tests are needed to confirm the diagnosis. Blood tests may sometimes be needed to look for underlying causes and to distinguish urticaria from other conditions especially if wheals are present for over 24 hours at a time.
A skin biopsy is not normally needed, but may be requested to rule out other causes. Taking pictures can help your dermatologist make sure you have hives. Other skin conditions can look like hives. Relieve the itch at home. Itch is common in people who have chronic hives. Here are some ways to get temporary relief: Avoid overheating.
Wear loose-fitting, cotton clothes. Apply a cold compress, such as ice cubes wrapped in a washcloth, to the itchy skin several times a day—unless cold triggers your hives. Use anti-itch medication that you can buy without a prescription, such as an antihistamine or calamine lotion. Prevent dry skin by using a fragrance-free moisturizer several times a day.
Stay calm. Stress can trigger hives. If you feel stressed often, healthy ways to reduce your stress include, exercising every day, meditating, and practicing mindfulness. Know that treatment can be effective when the cause s of your hives remains unknown. Even when you cannot find the cause, treatment can help you clear your skin and prevent new flare-ups.
Follow your treatment plan. Treatment may fail to work when you take medication less often than prescribed. For example, if your dermatologist prescribes a daily antihistamine and you only take it when you have a flare-up, you may continue to get hives.
Tell your dermatologist if treatment fails to work. If you are following your treatment plan exactly as instructed, you may still have flare-ups. Hives can be stubborn, but treatment can still work. Understand that extensive allergy testing rarely helps. Even when the cause remains unknown, treatment can clear your skin and keep it clear.
Know that chronic hives may go away on their own. About half the people who have chronic hives will stop having flare-ups within 1 year. The good news is that treatment can keep hives under control. Sometimes, it just takes time to find the treatment that works for you. Hives: Symptoms, causes, and treatment. Welts on skin due to cold temperature could be hives. References American Academy of Dermatology. Antia C, Baquerizo K, et al. Chronic hives can go on for months and years.
They can interfere with sleep, work and other activities. The following precautions may help prevent or soothe the recurring skin reactions of chronic hives:. You'll probably first visit your primary care doctor. He or she may refer you to a doctor who specializes in skin diseases dermatologist or to an allergy specialist. Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission.
This content does not have an English version. This content does not have an Arabic version. Diagnosis Your doctor will do a physical exam and ask you a number of questions to try to understand what might be causing your signs and symptoms. He or she may also ask you to keep a diary to keep track of: Your activities Any medications, herbal remedies or supplements you take What you eat and drink Where hives appear and how long it takes a welt to fade Whether your hives come with painful swelling.
More Information Allergy skin tests. Request an Appointment at Mayo Clinic. Share on: Facebook Twitter. Show references Hives. American Academy of Dermatology.
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