Some facts about Hives Bumps

Do you know what a hives bump is and what it looks like?

Hives bumps are the raised blotches on the skin caused from any type of hives. If a hives bump is large in size and itchy in nature then you may have a serious bout of them. The hives bumps also depends on the type of urticaria you are suffering from i.e. bumps of itchy hives are different from bumps of physical hives or heat hives, in nature and appearance.

 

Hives bumps are raised blotches on the skin, which can be caused by various types of hives. The size of the bumps and the nature of the itch depend on the severity of the rash. The hives bumps also depend on the type of urticaria you are suffering from, i.e. bumps of itchy hives are different from bumps of physical hives or heat hives, in nature and appearance.

The outbreak of the bumps depends on the nature of the hives, as they usually appear within a few minutes after the patient comes in contact with the allergen or the offending stimuli. In the case of acute hives, the bumps vanish within a few hours after the outbreak; however, if the patient is suffering from chronic hives, the bumps will last much longer. In some cases of chronic hives, the bumps may vanish but reappear after a time on the same or in a different place on the body.

Applying aloe vera gel or calamine lotion reduces the itching caused by the hives bumps. They are usually harmless other than causing itchiness. However, if your bumps are accompanied by other symptoms, i.e. low blood pressure, asthma, or feelings of suffocation, you must seek immediate medical help.

Red Bumps Hives

Though hives bumps are usually red, pale white and pink hives are also common. Red bumps hives can appear on any part of the body; however, they mostly affect the arms, belly, and back. Other than causing pain, they are unpleasant to look at and can cause embarrassment.

The best approach to cope with the situation is to handle the problem right from the start. If you experience an outbreak of bumps after an allergic reaction or after coming in contact with any other hives trigger, try cooling down the affected area. Avoiding the allergens and triggers is the most important preventive measure. Never overreact to the situation, and if the problem persists, contact a doctor.