Urticaria (Hives) : Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Urticaria (Hives) : Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Urticaria, commonly known as Hives, affects about 20 percent of people at some time during their lives. It can be triggered by many substances or situations and usually starts as an itchy patch of skin that turns into swollen red welts. It can occur at any age, from infancy to old age. The main cause behind urticaria is pre-existing allergies. Causes :- Allergies - An allergic reaction is the single most common cause for an outbreak of hives . Bites and stings by insects like bees, mosquitoes, or wasps can cause hives. Stress and psychological trauma - Stress is a big creator or enabler of hives. Prolonged emotional and psychological stress can cause chemical and hormonal changes that can lead to hives. Stress also leaves us more susceptible to illness and exposure to hives. Exercise - Sweat from exercise can cause hives in some individuals, and in others exercise itself can cause hive...