Itchy Hives / Urticaria

Urticaria, also known as hives, are raised, very itchy lumps or patches on the skin surrounded by inflamed areas, often appearing on the limbs and trunk. An attack of urticaria normally lasts for an hour or so but, in some cases, the disorder becomes chronic or recurrent. A major cause of urticaria is allergic reaction For prevention: try to determine the substances that cause allergic reactions in you and avoid them as best as you can. Take incidents of hives VERY seriously and consult your physician when they begin to become recurrent.