Sometimes our immune system can become a blind dog in the meat market and goes against itself. This is what happens in autoimmune urticaria.

This weird skin problem shows itself with swelling, redness and itching. It is caused by different autoimmune disorders. These autoimmune disorders are characterized as the malfunctioning of the immune system. It causes it to attack itself. Mast cells, which are widespread in our skin, are supposed to protect us against diseases. However, under certain conditions they freak out and release a fluid called histamine, into the skin causing urticaria.

If you are interested in learning about the causes, symptoms and treatments of autoimmune urticaria, click here to read my detailed article about this annoying disease.