Some symptoms may require urgent medical evaluation. Know when to seek emergency care.
Hives are itchy, raised red patches on the skin that appear suddenly and can disappear within hours. They're usually an allergic reaction but can have other causes.
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Hives appear as: • Red, itchy welts on skin • Raised, swollen patches • Can burn or sting • Variable sizes from small to large • Can appear anywhere on body
Last less than 6 weeks, often allergic.
Last more than 6 weeks, cause often unknown.
Triggered by heat, cold, pressure, or sunlight.
Swelling deeper in skin, often around eyes and lips.
Food, medication, or environmental allergens.
Cold, flu, or other viruses.
Can trigger or worsen hives.
Heat, cold, or water exposure.
Immune system attacking skin.
Common triggers include foods (nuts, shellfish, eggs), medications (antibiotics, NSAIDs), insect stings, latex, pollen, animal dander, physical factors (heat, cold, pressure), stress, and infections.
Seek immediate emergency care if hives are accompanied by difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, wheezing, dizziness, fainting, or if you have a known severe allergy.
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