Hives and Angioedema: Signs, Symptoms and Treatment
Hives is an allergic reaction that usually occurs in response to an allergic substance. It looks like small red inflamed welts over the skin surface ranging from small spots to large blotches. Hives can affect any part of the body like arm, face, neck, back, tongue etc. Hives causes severe itching and discomfort. On the other hand, angioedema is similar to hives but it affects deeper layer of the tissues underneath your skin and the lining of eyes, lips and intestine Hives and angioedema is similar but angioedema is severe than hives especially when swelling occur inside the throat because it can block the passage of air into the lungs. Some of the common symptoms of Angioedema include:
- Large, thick raised welts over the skin
- Swelling of the skin
- Pain and itching in the affected area
- Difficulty in breathing and swallowing
Hives and Angioedema triggers in response to histamine and other chemicals released by mast cells into the bloodstream. Other factor that triggers hives and angioedema include:
- Foods like shellfish, peanuts, eggs, milk, fish
- Medications like aspirin, penicillin, ibuprofen, and naproxen
- Allergy to pollen, animal dander, insect bites
- Extreme cold and hot temperature, emotional stress and exercise
- Blood transfusions, immune disorders, viral infection can cause hives and angioedema
Hives and angioedema are harmless and in mild cases, it can be treated or its symptoms can be reduced by using certain preventive measures:
- If you are allergic to some food, medicine, cosmetics and pets, then avoid it
- Avoid exposure to extreme hot and cold temperature
- Avoid indulging in extensive physical activity that can cause sweating
- Apply cool compression on affected area to reduce pain and discomfort
- Wearing loose-fitting clothes to allow passage of air
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There are several treatment options available that provide relief from intense itching, pain and discomfort. The most common treatment for hives and angioedema is antihistamines. Drugs like Allegra, Claritin, Zytrec and Clarinex are used to treat chronic hives. However, seek medical advice before taking any of these medicines as it may cause some complications and side effects.
