Keeping Medical Supplies OrganizedIt has been my experience that if someone has a chronic illness, they are likely to have more than one. I’ve also found that each illness brings its own set...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Finding the Right Clothing Fit for Chronic HivesI recently wrote an article about how sewing is one of my coping mechanisms. I love the creative process and being able to make things that precisely fit my needs...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Heat or Sun Induced Hives: Get Ready to Face the SummerMy hives reared their ugly heads a few years ago and worsened during summer. Any time I would go outside and get overheated, my face would swell exponentially. I managed...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Avoiding Misinformation about Chronic HivesOne of the first things I did when I found out I have chronic hives was search for support groups online. Unsurprisingly, they were easy to find, and there were...Reactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Chronic Illness Life Hacks for Daily TasksIf you live with a chronic illness like chronic hives, you know that some day-to-day tasks and chores can be challenging. I want to share some of my favorite "life...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What's in My Chronic Hives Emergency Kit?I'm sure you've heard the expression, "Expect the unexpected," which applies to life with chronic hives. The word "chronic" is misleading. The hives aren't always there but decide to rear...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Planning to Travel with MedicationsWelcome to my summer travel series. Today I want to talk about packing for a trip or vacation with chronic illness. Packing can be the most important part of the...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Can You Scratch Too Much?Hives are itchy. I mean really itchy! Miserably itchy. And what do we do when we itch? We scratch. And scratching feels good. Itching feels bad and scratching feels good...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Will Immunoglobulin Replacement Therapy (IGRT) Work For Me?Along my journey to diagnose and treat my chronic hives has been Dr. W. You can read more about him and how I was diagnosed. Dr. W is an allergy/immunology...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Coping Strategies for Medical Test AnxietyI always get anxious when it comes to medical issues, but even more so when looking into a new diagnosis and the medical tests that usually come with it. Back...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Considering Heparin-Based Blood ThinnersThe body is complex and the more I learn about it, the less I feel like I know. I dreamed of being a doctor when I was younger. I wanted...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Talking To My Doctor About JAK InhibitorsIn my previous update, I shared some backstory critical to understanding my next few treatment options. So if you haven’t read that one yet, be sure to go back and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Coping With a New Diagnosis: The Glass PuzzleWhen I returned home for Christmas break during my first year of college, I found a white elephant gift that my mom had received at a work party. It was...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Why Not Having Hives Causes Me Anxiety!Hives cause me a lot of anxiety, and if you’re reading this, they probably cause you anxiety too. I worry about my appearance, whether my medication is working and if/when...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Treating Chronic Hives is ComplicatedI feel like it’s been a really long time since I’ve written a treatment update. Maybe if you’re just finding Chronic-Hives.com, you are reading the series back to back, or...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Storing My Refrigerated MedicationsThere are a few medicines used to treat hives that need to be stored in the fridge. Injectable medications, like Xolair, Dupixent, or Adbry should all be stored in the...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Surgery Gave Me HivesHives and stress go hand in hand. A quick Google search reveals nearly 9 million results when “hives and stress” are entered into the search bar. There are numerous articles...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Sewing is One of My Coping SkillsI don’t have to tell you that living with chronic hives can be difficult. If you are reading this article, I assume that either you or someone you love is...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
On to the Next Medication!It’s been a few months since I posted a treatment update. When last I left you, I had just heard from my doctor that I had to stop my immune...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
But I Don't Have Hives!Have you ever questioned whether or not you fit in? I don’t mean that feeling you probably had as a teenager in high school where you just didn’t know where...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments