Do allergies cause my hives?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz answered:Hives, also called welts, are red and sometimes itchy bumps on the surface of your skin. An allergic reaction to a drug or food usually causes them. Allergic reactions cause your body to release chemicals that can make your skin swell up in hives. Other causes include infections and stress.
Hives are very common. They usually go away on their own, but if you have a serious case, you might need medication. In rare cases, allergic reactions can cause a dangerous swelling in your airways, making it hard to breathe. This is a medical emergency. Consult a dermatologist or allergist for more information.
Helpful? 1 person found this helpfulHives, also called welts, are red and sometimes itchy bumps on the surface of your skin. An allergic reaction to a drug or food usually causes them. Allergic reactions cause your body to release chemicals that can make your skin swell up in hives.... More -
Dr. Robert L. Silge of Intermountain Healthcare answered:It is possible to have hives after contact exposure to things that you are allergic to. If hives have been present for a long duration it is usually not due to a specific allergy, but more often is a process involving the skin and not external triggers. Many times stress or illness can prompt these hives. An allergist can help differentiate the possible sources.It is possible to have hives after contact exposure to things that you are allergic to. If hives have been present for a long duration it is usually not due to a specific allergy, but more often is a process involving the skin and not external... More
