Urticaria occurs when the body reacts to an allergen and releases histamine and other chemicals from under the surface of the skin. The histamine and chemicals cause inflammation and fluid to accumulate under the skin, causing wheals.
What is the cause of wheals?
Urticaria occurs when the body reacts to an allergen and releases histamine and other chemicals from under the surface of the skin. The histamine and chemicals cause inflammation and fluid to accumulate under the skin, causing wheals.
How do I get rid of wheals?
A cold compress can be used as often as necessary.
- Bathing in an anti-itch solution. Oatmeal and baking soda baths can soothe skin and reduce irritation. ...
- Applying aloe vera. The healing properties of aloe vera may soothe and reduce hives. ...
- Avoiding irritants.
