Hives, medically called urticaria, are raised, itchy welts on the skin caused by the release of histamine and other inflammatory chemicals from mast cells. Individual hives often appear suddenly and typically disappear within 24 hours, although new ones may continue to develop.
What Do Hives Look and Feel Like?
Hives can appear as:
Raised pink, red, or skin-colored welts
Small spots or large patches
Extremely itchy or sometimes burning
Different shapes and sizes
Areas that change location over time
They can occur anywhere on the body, including the face, lips, hands, feet and trunk.
Types of Urticaria
1. Acute Urticaria
Hives that last for less than 6 weeks. They may occur after an infection, medication, food, insect sting, or other trigger.
2. Chronic Urticaria
Hives that occur repeatedly for more than 6 weeks. In many cases, there is no obvious external trigger. Chronic spontaneous urticaria can have an autoimmune component.
Common Triggers
Possible triggers for hives include:
Hives vs. an Allergy
Acute hives can occur during allergic reactions, but chronic urticaria is often not caused by a specific food allergy. Unnecessary food restrictions or repeated allergy testing may therefore not be helpful in every patient.
Angioedema
Some people with urticaria also develop angioedema, which is deeper swelling beneath the skin.
When is Urticaria an Emergency?
Seek emergency medical care immediately if hives occur together with any of the following symptoms:
Difficulty breathing
Wheezing
Tightness in the throat
Difficulty swallowing
Swelling of the tongue or throat
Dizziness, fainting or severe weakness
These can be signs of anaphylaxis, a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction.
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