In this Helping Hand™ we will discuss the causes and treatment of hives, as well as how to prevent them and when to seek help from a doctor. Click the button below to download this Helping Hand™ as a PDF. English Hives, also called urticaria (yer ti CARE ee uh), are red, itchy, raised bumps or welts on the skin. They may be small, like mosquito bites, or many inches wide. Hives can appear alone, in a group or can connect with each other to cover bigger areas. When pressed, the center of the hive turns pale. They can be made worse by scratching. Hives often appear suddenly on any part of the body. They may appear in one place, go away in a few hours and then come back in another place. In severe cases, hives may come and go for several weeks. For most people, they are not serious. About 1 out of every 5 people has hives at some time in his or her life. Causes of HivesHives are the body's response to an irritation (Picture 1). The cause (trigger) may be non-allergic or allergic. Non-allergic hives are the most common type. Usually, their exact cause is unknown. Some causes of non-allergic hives are:
Allergic hives have a known cause, but are less common. Some causes of allergic hives are:
When to Get Emergency HelpIf your child has trouble breathing, swallowing or talking, nausea or vomiting, or swelling of the mouth or lips, get emergency treatment immediately. These are early symptoms Treatment of HivesThe goal of treatment is to control the itching and avoid things that may trigger hives to get worse or come back. For mild hives:
For more severe hives:
To stop hives from getting worse:
Although hives can be frustrating, they are usually not life-threatening. It is important to stay calm so your child does not become more anxious and uncomfortable. PreventionIf your child develops hives often, keep a record of events that happen just before they break out. This will help your child’s doctor find the cause and make a plan to keep them from coming back.
When to Call the DoctorCall your child's doctor if:
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700 Children's BlogIf you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you. Our blog gives you access to the most current pediatric news and research. What can mimic bug bites?What could itchy bumps on the skin like mosquito bites be?. Hives.. Bed bugs.. Contact dermatitis.. Scabies.. Eczema.. Summary.. Is there a skin condition that looks like bites?Hives, also called urticaria (yer ti CARE ee uh), are red, itchy, raised bumps or welts on the skin. They may be small, like mosquito bites, or many inches wide. Hives can appear alone, in a group or can connect with each other to cover bigger areas. When pressed, the center of the hive turns pale.
What skin conditions look like mosquito bites?Hives are slightly raised, red patches of skin called wheals (or welts). They occur in groups on any part of the body, and can look like mosquito bites. They are often itchy, but sometimes also sting. The medical word for hives is urticaria (er-tuh-care-ia).
What rash mimics a bed bug bites?heat rash. It's easy to confuse a bed bug bite with rashes with hives or heat rash, especially in the summer months when it's warm. That's because both types of rashes cause red, itchy bumps to form on exposed skin. However, heat rash is characterized by red welts and tiny blisters.
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