Hives — Causes, Related Conditions & Affordable Treatment
Hives can be associated with multiple conditions. Consult a healthcare provider to determine the cause and appropriate treatment.
Medications used for related conditions
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- Betamethasone Valerate Oint
- Clotrimazole/Betamethasone
- Fluticasone Propionate
- Silver Sulfadiazine
- Betamethasone dipropionate
Affordable Treatment Options
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MedlinePlus overview of Hives
Hives are red and sometimes itchy bumps on your skin. An allergic reaction to a drug or food usually causes them. Allergic reactions cause your body to release chemicals that can make your skin swell up in hives. People who have other allergies are more likely to get hives than other people. Other causes include infections and stress.
Hives are very common. They usually go away on their own, but if you have a serious case, you might need medicine or a shot. In rare cases, hives can cause a dangerous swelling in your airways, making it hard to breathe - which is a medical emergency.
Source: MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine. MedlinePlus topic page. Topic date: 10/07/1999. MedlinePlus file date: 10/15/2026 02:30:37.
This information is educational and is not medical advice.