Posts Tagged Hives

Itching

Itching

That familiar tickling sensation on the skin is the most prominent symptom in many skin diseases and allergies. Skin that is too dry and scaly commonly causes itching as well, and many drug reactions result in itching (especially reactions .. Read More

Health and Wellness | 04.2.09 | No Comments

Rash

Rash

A temporary group of spots or red, inflamed skin that may include pimples, hives, scales, or wheals that may or may not be itchy. Only rarely does a rash in a child signify a serious underlying problem. Rashes differ so much among patients .. Read More

Health and Wellness | 03.17.09 | No Comments

Hives

Hives

Raised, red blotchy welts of various sizes that can appear and disappear randomly on the surface of the skin. This reaction is known medically as urticaria (from the Latin word urtica for “nettle”). About one in five children experie.. Read More

Health and Wellness | 01.1.09 | No Comments