Urticaria (Hives)
About the disease & condition
Urticaria, commonly known as hives, is characterized by red, itchy, raised welts on the skin. These appear due to an allergic reaction or other triggers and can be acute or chronic. Prompt recognition and management help relieve discomfort and prevent complications.
Knowns symtoms
- Red or skin-colored raised welts on the skin
- Itching, burning, or stinging sensations
- Swelling around eyes, lips, hands, or other areas
- Lesions may appear suddenly and change location
Known causes
- Allergies to foods, medications, or insect bites
- Infections
- Stress, temperature changes, or physical stimuli
- Autoimmune conditions in chronic cases
Care
- Clinical examination by a healthcare professional
- Allergy tests in chronic or recurrent cases
- Blood tests if an autoimmune cause is suspected
- Avoidance of known triggers
- Antihistamines to relieve itching and welts
- Corticosteroids for severe or persistent flare-ups
- Seek immediate medical attention if swelling affects the throat or airway
Relevant Specialities
Pediatrics
Our Paediatrics services provide comprehensive, family-centred care for infants, children and adolescents. Be it routine check-ups, immunisations, complex, multisystem treatment or critical care. Our multidisciplinary team of paediatricians, neonatologists, paediatric surgeons, cardiologists, neurologists, nephrologists, dietitians and therapists work together to design personalised care plans supported by advanced diagnostics, paediatric endoscopy, PICU services and transplant-linked pathways. We deliver round-the-clock emergency and intensive paediatric support (including ECMO and CRRT where needed) and run specialist clinics for respiratory, gastroenterology, cardiology, neurology, renal and growth or developmental concerns.
Our Paediatrics services provide comprehensive, family-centred care for infants, children and adolescents. Be it routine check-ups, immunisations, complex, multisystem treatment or critical care. Our multidisciplinary team of paediatricians, neonatologists, paediatric surgeons, cardiologists, neurologists, nephrologists, dietitians and therapists work together to design personalised care plans supported by advanced diagnostics, paediatric endoscopy, PICU services and transplant-linked pathways. We deliver round-the-clock emergency and intensive paediatric support (including ECMO and CRRT where needed) and run specialist clinics for respiratory, gastroenterology, cardiology, neurology, renal and growth or developmental concerns.
