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Hives, which are also called, welts, wheals, and urticaria, are a common of an allergic reaction, and can be caused by food allergies, medications, insect bites, and many other triggers.

Hives

Review common triggers for hives in children, including foods, medications, and other less common causes, and how to treat your child with hives.

Cold Induced Urticaria

Review what might cause someone to have a rash and facial swelling after going out into the cold.

Treatments for Itching

Review common treatments for itching that can provide some relief for itchy kids with rashes, including many over-the-counter 'anti-itch' type medications.

Allergy Testing

Review when kids can and should have allergy testing done, including allergy skin tests or the RAST allergy blood test.

Hives

Hives are also known as urticaria or wheals. Find out all about the different types of hives and hives treatments.

Hives - ADAM Health Encyclopedia

Hives are raised, often itchy red welts on the surface of the skin. They are usually an allergic reaction to a food or medicine. Learn about the symptoms, treatment, and prevention of hives from the ADAM Health Encyclopedia.

Hives (Urticaria) - About Symptom Checker

Read about hives (urticaria) symptoms, prevention, and treatment in the Hives (Urticaria) section of the About.com Symptom Checker.

Hives Picture - ADAM Health Encyclopedia

View a picture of hives, including the classic red, raised welts on this person's hands.
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