Dr. Surabhi K. Chitre

Urticaria (hive) is transient lesion that is composed of central wheal surrounded by an erythematous face. Urticaria (hives) consist of pruritic / edematous, erythematous blanching papules that are round / oval shape, have pale, raised centers (wheals) are several millimeter to a few centimeter in size, and are transient lasting minutes to days.[1] Episodes daily or almost daily symptoms or recurrent hives over a period of considered acute, those lasting longer are said to be chronic.[1] Epidemiology: - Urticaria occurs is 15% to 20% of individuals, sometimes during their lives can affect both genders and all faces. Acute urticaria is more common in young adults and children.