Symptoms
- nettle rash/hives (urticaria)
- skin rash
Common allergens
Why do I have symptoms?
Hives could be both allergic and non-allergic and is very common. Allergy is a more common cause of hives in children than in adults.
In addition to allergy to foods or other substances like drugs, hives may be triggered by direct physical stimulation such as temperature extremes, water, sun, and physical exercise. Viral infections and stress can also cause an outbreak of hives.
Nettle rash/hives in brief
Nettle rash or hives (urticaria) are localised, pale, itchy, pink wheals (swellings) that can burn or sting. They may occur singularly or in groups on any part of the skin. Most episodes of hives disappear quickly in the space of a few days to a few weeks.