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Hives
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 - 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.
