It is observed that out of a thousand people, around 120 suffer from hives at least once in their lifetime. Some cures for this condition are explained here. Have a look…
Hives, also called urticaria, is a kind of skin rash that makes the skin look reddish and swollen. The actual causes are usually some food allergies, drug allergies, autoimmune disorders, and viral infections. Less common causes are temperature changes, overexposure to sunlight, and friction. It is also said that people with white skin are more prone to getting affected with hives. It can occur anywhere on the body, with red puffs that sometimes causes itching and burning.
Causes of Hives
Some common causes are mentioned here.
- Allergens: Several allergies like food allergies and medicinal allergies, allergies of pollen, and several other particles may cause hives. These allergies release certain histamines which affect the proper functioning of the immune system. This reaction produces hives, as a result of which the body gets itchy and inflamed.
- Infectious Diseases: Infectious diseases like carcinoma, mastocytosis, rheumatic fever, mononucleosis, and lupus can cause hives, that can last longer than expected.
- On Contact: Several cosmetics, latex, plants, hair bleach products, and getting insect stings can be triggers.
Most people don’t even know that they have the condition, as many times, it just shows up in the morning and goes away by the time it’s evening.
Cures for Hives
If the symptoms last too long, then they need to be treated. There are many curative measures and medicines that can be used. On proper diagnosis, there are several antihistamines that the doctor will suggest in order to get an exact cure.
- Antihistamines: Antihistamines like cimetidine, diphenhydramine, and hydroxyzine hydrochloride can be suggested by the doctor. These antihistamines stabilize the immune system and cure the condition.
- Adrenal Cortical Steroid: Several adrenal cortical steroids are used to treat chronic hives. They help make fast a recovery.
- Epinephrine: Some people may undergo several recurring episodes of hives, due to negligence. In such cases, injections of a drug called epinephrine are given to the patient.
Homeopathic cure for hives are usually in the form of sprays, tablets, and lotions.
Home Cures for Hives
The most important thing before finding a natural cure at home is to make sure about the type of hives that you are having. Here are some natural cures that can be resorted to.
- Cornstarch Bath: Add 4 oz of bathing soda and 4 oz of cornstarch in lukewarm water, and then have a bath with it. This bath is quite refreshing as well as a good cure for hives.
- Calamine Lotion: Calamine lotion soothes the skin and makes sure that there is no more itchiness and erosion over the rashes. The lotion doesn’t cure the rash totally, but does provide a good allergy relief.
- Acupressure: Massage the trapezius muscle, which is the muscle located between shoulder and the neck. When massaged with the acupressure technique, it can surely bring some relief.
- Healthy Diet: Once you are sure of the exact cause, make sure you avoid food that is causing the allergies. Following a healthy diet is very important.
Precaution is far easier than cure, and this is true for hives also. Avoid any of the hive causing allergies, and excessive sunlight.
Disclaimer: This HealthHearty article is for informative purposes only, and should not be replaced for the advice of a medical professional.
