In a healthy body, mast cells (the “lookout” cells of the immune system) only release histamine when they detect a foreign invader, like pollen or venom. In CSU, these cells dump histamine into the ...

Hives are typically harmless, but you may need to see a doctor if they’re severe, they won’t go away, or they keep coming back. A doctor can help you treat and prevent hives. Share on Pinterest Kinga ...

Hives usually aren’t a sign of a serious medical condition. But their sudden appearance may merit a trip to urgent care or the emergency room if they show up along with other symptoms. Hives are itchy ...

The postpartum period is a time for recovery and healing. When you are busy juggling healing, establishing breastfeeding, and ...

The patient was an elderly Caucasian man who came to the clinic with complaints of a red, intensely itchy rash on his elbows (Figure 1), buttocks (Figure 2), and back. His symptoms began with a slight ...