What Is Urticaria (Hives)?
Hives are swollen, pale red bumps, patches, or welts on the skin that appear suddenly. On darker skin tones, they can appear skin-colored and can be more difficult to see. They can happen because of allergies or other reasons. Your doctor may call them urticaria.
Treatment
- The best treatment is to identify and remove the trigger. But that’s not always easy.Your doctor may prescribe antihistamines to ease your symptoms or help prevent them.
- If you have chronic hives, you may need antihistamines or a combination of medications, such as steroids or a biologic drug.
- For severe hives or angioedema, you may need a shot of epinephrine or a steroid medication.