Here are the Steps To Follow When the Itching Becomes Intolerable?

People suffering from hives know how itchy the hives rashes can be, but sometimes the itching gets so bad that it becomes literally intolerable. When you experience that stage, do not forget to try these steps which will reduce the itching and burning .

If you want to show off your body by wearing tight clothes, postpone the show for some other time as these clothes can multiply the itching.

Most of the time the itchy hives can be a great nuisance, but it is amazing that simply exposing the affected area to fresh air reduces the itching significantly.

Similarly, cooling down the affected with an ice pack, cool compression or simply a cloth dipped in cold water can reduce the itching.

However, even after trying all these steps if the itching is still persisting, you may take non-sedating over the counter antihistamines. But the best approach in this case would be to consult a hives specialist.

Next week, dermographism and its most common types will be posted along with some more valuable home remedies.

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What does a hive rash look like? Are hive rashes painful?

Well ask this question to a person who is suffering from this annoying skin problem and he will give you a better answer.

However, if you ask me, the simple answer is they are ugly looking and more than painful.

A hives rash is a skin condition marked by red spots on different areas of skin. Hives rashes can be a constant pain in the neck for the patient. Their color and size varies greatly; color can be pale pink and size can range from a pin head up to a few mm.

For more details on hives rash, read here and read the detailed guide.

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If strange, colorful bumps appear on your skin out of nowhere and you feel itching, then you might be suffering from hives. A hives rash is a skin condition marked by red spots on different areas of the skin. Hives rashes can be a source of great distress for the patient. Their color and size varies greatly, as color can be pale or pink, and size can range from pinhead to bumps that are large enough to cover a major portion of the skin.

Skin Rash Hives 

Skin rash hives or hives rash can appear on any part of the body; however, they mostly affect the arms, belly, and back. Usually, these rashes disappear within a few hours after appearing; this type of hives is called acute hives. However, in some cases, these rashes tend to persist longer, and if they remain for more than six weeks and appear more than twice a week, then it is chronic hives.

Hives and Rashes

Though there are diverse types of rashes a person can develop, a hives rash can be characterized by its colorful, itchy, and bumpy nature.

Rash and Hives

Rash and hives have a close relationship. If you are having this problem, you should look for prompt treatment, described at the end of this article.

Hives Itchy Rash

Hives rashes are itchy, and if the person comes in contact with the triggering factor, the itching may worsen and it can be very painful.

Rash or Hives

There are rashes other than hives that can be similar in appearance. However, you can easily identify hives by the triggering factors, causes, and symptoms.

Heat Rash Hives

Heat rash hives occur when the skin is exposed to extremely high temperatures. They can be triggered by heat or even by perspiration. The rash appears as very small wheals, which are usually surrounded by bright red flares.

Hives Rash Treatment

Many people take antihistamines for hives rash treatment; however, they are only for temporary relief, as they do not cure the underlying cause. Instead, you should look for a permanent treatment that treats the skin problem as well as the underlying causes.