Medical and Surgical Dermatology
Hives
- Also known as “urticaria”, this condition manifests as recurrent patches of itchy skin.
- It can be caused by a variety of triggers including external factors (foods, medications, insect bites, irritants, pressure, heat/cold), internal infections or other medical conditions and stress.
Treatment involves identifying the cause and controlling the symptoms.
| Medical treatment: | Procedures: |
| Antihistamines | Cortisone injections |
| Topical steroids | Laboratory testing |
| Oral steroids |