Hives are one of those things that you hear about so often that it feels like you should know what they are, how to spot them and how to treat them. But the truth is that many of us don’t really know ...

Hives (urticaria) are a common skin reaction that causes bumps, raised patches, or both. They are one way the body responds to an allergen or trigger. Reactions can be uncomfortable but aren’t ...

(BPT) – If you’ve had hives, you know how challenging they can be. But you may not know that there is more than one type of hives, or urticaria, and that treatments are available. A brief episode of ...

Mpox is an infectious viral condition, whereas hives are a symptom of high histamine production or allergic reaction. Both conditions can cause bumps on your skin, but they differ in size, duration, ...

Hives, or urticaria, are a common skin rash that appears as raised, itchy welts. Sometimes, hives resolve quickly on their own, but if they persist, over-the-counter medications often help. Hives ...

Doctors call it "urticaria," but everyone else calls it "hives." We're talking about the incredibly itchy, swollen rash that can suddenly show up on skin, without warning, only to disappear and show ...

If over-the-counter antihistamines aren’t effective for you, your doctor may recommend H2 blockers, steroids, biologics, or ...

Your child's doctor can help, but one of the biggest clues is itchiness. Since your baby or toddler won't be able to tell you how they're feeling, you'll need to watch for scratching behavior. It's ...

Braids are one of the most in-demand protective hairstyles. Whether you’re rocking a cute, box-braided bob or a long and wavy boho style, the feeling of leaving the chair with fresh braids and knowing ...