Do you get hives often? If so, you’re probably well aware of some of the symptoms hives sufferers face. Having hives can be confusing, though. For instance, you may be unsure of why you experience skin hives in the first place.

Hives are actually referred to as wheals and often appear in clusters. Wheals come in all different sizes but they do have several commonalities. They look and feel similar to a mosquito bite – red, bumpy and itch like crazy.

During a case of hives, wheals start to appear on seemingly random parts of the body. Really, though, there is a little bit of method to the madness. When you get hives, chances are they start on the parts of your body normally covered by clothing.

A Case Of Mistaken Identity

There is a medical condition that is often mistaken for hives called angioedema. The two conditions are nothing alike, however. Angioedema usually is localized to a person’s face and doesn’t involve red bumps like hives, but rather severe swelling around the eyes and mouth. Sometimes, a person with angioedema can even get a swollen tongue. Once in a while the genital area, feet or hands can also be affected.

There’s also another difference between angioedema and hives. Angioedema usually doesn’t itch. It does, however, often burn and hurt.

More Severe Symptoms Of Hives

As you may know, hives can happen on various parts of your body. A lot of the time though, they quickly spread over your whole body. That’s especially true if your hives are caused by an allergic reaction to something such as a particular food.

Another major symptom of hives is called anaphylactic shock. A lot of people associate anaphylactic shock with bee stings, but other things can cause it too. Be aware that if you have a severe allergy to anything, you are at risk for it.

Anaphylactic shock is a serious problem and requires medical intervention. Aside from causing hives, it can cause your face and tongue to swell. It can also cause your blood pressure to drop suddenly which may lead you to pass out. It can also make it hard to breathe and make your chest or throat seem like they are tightening up. You could actually die from it. If you think you are having an anaphylactic reaction, you should get to the hospital immediately.

Luckily most cases of hives are not life threatening but they do cause their share of discomfort and misery. Although hives sometimes simply disappear on their own and never return, some people have hives outbreaks on a regular basis. If you suffer from the common symptoms hives outbreaks cause, you may want to consider using a natural remedy to reduce the symptoms quickly and safely.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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