tchy Skin? It Might Be More Than Just an Allergy — Recognizing and Treating Hives the Right Way
When she first noticed the itchiness, she thought it was just a mild skin allergy—nothing a little over-the-counter cream couldn’t handle. But days turned into weeks, and the discomfort only got worse. What seemed like a simple reaction turned out to be something more serious: chronic hives, also known as urticaria—a condition that affects millions and is often misdiagnosed.
Not Just Another Allergy: What Are Hives?
Hives are raised, red, itchy welts that appear suddenly on the skin. Unlike a basic allergy rash, hives can be triggered by a wide range of causes—from certain foods, medications, and insect bites to stress, temperature shifts, and even underlying autoimmune conditions.