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.

Hives is actually the more common and less medicinal name for urticaria. Characterized by the eruption of red wheals on any part of the skin, which are usually itchy. Let us get into the  details of the latest research and news about hives.

The most shocking news recently about hives has been the research and studies at the University of Nebraska Medical Center research, which has linked chronic hives to a deficiency of Vitamin D.

If you are suffering from hives, make sure you are getting plenty of vitamin D. Most of the times hives are not life-threatening, however, if they are accompanied by angioedema or if you have a family legacy of hives, it is advisable to visit a hives specialist.

In my next post  I will describe some excellent medicine for hives treatment, do not miss it!

If you are confused about if you need to visit a hives doctor, hives specialist this blog has the answer for you.

Mostly hives are not serious and disappear by themselves within a few hours . Some cases do not need to be evaluated by a hives doctor. Most  parents, when see the hives rashes on their children’s skin would say, “his rashes look terrible but he seems okay.” But if your kid has developed these rashes and is having trouble in breathing or getting sicker, visit a hives specialist at once.

To learn more on where and when to consult a hives specialist or hives doctor, click here.