Health Tip: What Causes Hives?

(HealthDay News) -- Hives are an allergic skin reaction caused by the body's release of histamine.

The American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology mentions these common causes of hives:

  • Exposure to an allergic trigger.
  • Eating something that triggers an allergic reaction.
  • Exercising, or exposure to heat.
  • Being bitten by an insect.
  • Having an allergic reaction to a medication.

    • Date Published: 2/28/2024 4:38:34 AM

    Related Articles

    Search Allergy Articles

    Why Vaccines Are Especially Important for Children With Asthma

    Scientists' Push For a Universal Vaccine Takes a Key Step Forward

    Severe Asthma Often Comes With Other Serious Health Problems

    UV Light Effective Against Indoor Allergens, Study Says

    Wildfire Smoke Alters Immune System, Study Says

    Water-Damaged Homes, Heavy Air Pollution Increase Asthma Risk In Kids

    Night Shift Associated With Asthma Risk In Women

    Asthma More Common Among Kids Whose Moms Have Eating Disorders

    Heavy 'Forever Chemical' Exposure Before Birth Increases Childhood Asthma Risk, Study Finds

    Nighttime Heat Waves Increase Asthma Risk

    Nasal Spray Flu Vaccines Create 'Battlefield' In Adults' Noses

    Scientists' Push For a Universal Vaccine Takes a Key Step Forward

    Sepsis, Lung Infection Patients See No Benefit From Remote Monitoring

    Flu Season Starts Early in NYC as Cases Rise Fast

    The Reason Why Many Older Americans Skip Seasonal Vaccines