Meaning, Causes & Treatments For Hives (Urticaria)

Hives (Urticaria)
DESCRIPTION
Hives look like welts and can itch,
sting or burn. They vary in size
and sometimes join together.
They may appear on any part of
you and last anywhere from
minutes to days.

CAUSES OF HIVES

Causes of hives include
- extreme temperatures,
- infections
like strep throat, and
-allergies to
medications, foods, and
- food
additives.

TREATMENT FOR HIVES

- Antihistamines
- Skin creams