Hives, Dermatology FAQ - Page 2

Skin care or insect repellent? Hello, doctor. Last night, I went to my usual spa for a skincare treatment, and when I got home, I noticed a slight swelling behind my ear, similar to a mosquito bite, with a bit of itching and redness. About half an hour later, it subsided a little...

Can individuals with urticaria dye their hair? I would like to ask the doctor if it's safe to dye or bleach my hair with urticaria. I haven't taken any medication or applied any topical treatments, and my hives have improved recently. I'm wondering if there will be...

Suspected urticaria on the arm? I have small, itchy bumps on my arm that seem to multiply the more I scratch them. Initially, I thought it might be hives, but after looking at some case images, I noticed that hives tend to be larger and more widespread, while mine are small and g...

Papular urticaria Experiencing widespread itching due to mosquito bites for over two weeks can be quite uncomfortable. Here are some methods to alleviate the symptoms: 1. **Topical Corticosteroids**: Over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream can help reduce inflammation and itching....

Scratching leads to blood marks? I've been experiencing frequent itching these past few days, especially at night while sleeping. When I scratch, it leaves marks that resemble those from gua sha, but they fade away after a few hours. I haven't been scratching hard, and ...

Red, swollen, raised skin that is not itchy or warm? The appearance of small areas of redness and swelling on the inner arms and thighs, resembling raised lines, without itching or warmth, may indicate a condition known as urticaria (hives) or possibly a form of dermatitis. It is...

Can individuals with urticaria get their ears pierced? Hello, I am considering getting my ears pierced, but I have been dealing with chronic urticaria for the past two years. I am concerned that getting my ears pierced may lead to complications related to my condition. I would li...

Lip urticaria I have had hives several times in the past, mostly around my eyes. A couple of days ago, I woke up with swollen red lips and thought it would go away on its own after a few days. Today, I noticed many small raised bumps on the inner sides of my upper and lower lips ...

It occurs at night? Hello, doctor. Last week, I visited a clinic due to a cold, and the doctor prescribed medication for three days. By the third day, my cold was mostly resolved, but I started experiencing symptoms of urticaria (hives). On that day, I had eaten eggs, and I had a...

Allergy issues I would like to inquire about a condition where I have raised, hives-like bumps on my face that do not appear on other parts of my body. These bumps are persistently itchy and can take several days to subside, but they remain red and itchy, resembling acne. Sometim...

Long-term treatment of chronic urticaria? Hello Dr. Lee! I am a patient with chronic urticaria. Previously, while I was on medication, my hives improved and did not reappear, so I stopped taking the medication. However, once I stopped, they recurred. I would like to ask, is it ne...

Urticaria, characterized by raised welts similar to mosquito bites? I have never had hives before, but recently when I returned home, I noticed small red bumps all over my body that resemble mosquito bites, although they are not actually mosquito bites. Over time, they have incre...

Urticaria, viral warts Hello Doctor, I am currently in the United States, and seeking medical care is quite complicated. I have a few questions and would like to know if there are ways to improve my situation. The area I am in is relatively dry and cold. 1. Since coming to the ...

What is the difference between urticaria and urticarial vasculitis? I have never been allergic to anything, whether it be food, temperature, or other factors, but starting on the evening of August 16, my neck began to itch, and soon after, I developed a rash of hives. I consulted...

Urticaria issues? I previously visited a dermatologist who diagnosed me with urticaria. I followed the doctor's advice regarding what to avoid, but the symptoms have persisted for two to three weeks, with flare-ups and remissions. Recently, I've been consuming meat, veg...

Urticaria with itching, followed by swelling, pain in the hand, and muscle weakness? A month ago, I started developing itchy bumps on my skin. I visited a dermatologist who diagnosed me with urticaria and prescribed pills and ointment, but there was no improvement. Instead, the c...

Could this be vascular urticaria? Hello doctor, two weeks ago I went to see a doctor because I had many small bumps on my chest and back. The doctor diagnosed it as folliculitis, possibly due to taking steroids for a cold. However, upon reflection, I think it might be related to ...

Black moles on the head and feet? Hello Dr. Wu, I would like to ask you some questions regarding moles. I have a mole on the top of my head that is approximately 3mm in size, with a uniform gray-black color and a flat surface. I'm not sure if it is congenital or acquired. A...

Generalized pruritus? Hello Dr. Lee: About half a month ago, I started getting woken up in the morning by mosquito bites (it feels like insect bites), and then I couldn't fall back asleep... I ended up scratching and itching. As a result, I developed various sized welts on t...

Skin redness, swelling, and itching? Is this urticaria? From May 2nd to May 8th, I have been experiencing persistent redness and swelling that feels particularly itchy when it gets warm! This condition is present on my thighs, calves, arms, and abdomen. The picture shows the most...