Chronic hives, or chronic urticaria, can be hard to find the cause of. But, how can you go about getting help when you're not sure what is making you break out in the first place? To begin with, you need to know what can potentially cause a case of hives.
Generally, an allergy to a food or medication is a major cause of chronic hives. Your immune system is over reacting and it creates these hives as a warning, so you'll know not to put anymore of the substance into your body. The condition becomes long-lasting or recurring when you have no idea what's causing the condition and keep exposing yourself to the trigger.
Your doctor will want to know what medications you're on, among other things, in order to help you figure out the cause for the problem. The doctor might tell you to stop taking a medication and replace it with another one, if they suspect that your medication is causing the hives. If the problem is related to a food, on the other hand, all you'd have to do is not eat that food,l usually. It can take a long time to narrow down what specific item is causing your hives, sometimes, though.
Chronic hives can also be the result of a low grade infection - even a simple sinus infection could be the culprit. Obviously, that means that you need to consult your doctor, if you can't identify the cause. No matter what, while you're waiting for a diagnosis, it's important to try not to scratch at your hives, since it will only make matters worse. Anti-itch creams and lotions can help relieve some of the itching.
You might even take an antihistamine to combat your hives, if your doctor recommends it. Of course, since there are tons of over the counter antihistamines, you can get them at any drugstore. Creams containing antihistamine are also available and can work quite quickly. If you have a particularly bad case, your doctor may even prescribe a prescription form.
Of course, even if you don't know the cause, there are some chronic hives prevention options to consider. When you've ruled out an underlying medical condition, home remedies are great options to find relief and keep your hives condition under control. The nice thing about home remedies is that you can make them yourself or buy them in natural remedy stores. A good hives treatment should reduce both swelling and itching and allow you to be comfortable.
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