Tag: Hives

  • Urticaria

    Urticaria

    Discover the intricacies of urticaria, commonly known as hives, a skin condition marked by itchy welts resulting from allergic reactions. This blog post explores its causes, symptoms, and treatment options, while debunking common myths and providing valuable resources for support. Learn how to effectively manage this distressing condition and improve your quality of life.

  • Physical Urticaria, Cholinergic Type

    Physical Urticaria, Cholinergic Type: Definition and Description of Physical Urticaria, Cholinergic Type: Physical Urticaria, Cholinergic Type, also known as cholinergic urticaria (CU), is a form of hives that occurs due to an allergic reaction triggered by an increase in body temperature. This increase can result from various factors, including exercise, hot showers, or emotional stress.…

  • Physical Allergy Urticaria

    Physical Allergy Urticaria: Definition and Description of Physical Allergy Urticaria: Physical allergy urticaria, also known as physical urticaria or chronic inducible urticaria, is a type of skin reaction characterized by the appearance of hives (wheals) when specific physical triggers interact with the skin. These triggers can include mechanical pressure, temperature changes, sunlight, water, and other…

  • Hives

    Hives Definition and Description of Hives Hives, medically known as urticaria, is a skin reaction characterized by raised, red, itchy welts on the skin. These welts, also referred to as wheals, can vary in size and may appear anywhere on the body. The condition can be acute, lasting for a few hours to a few…