Happy Tomato: Explaining Hives to My ChildHave you ever asked yourself how children are looking at chronic hives? I'm asking this question because my daughter and myself were laying in a small bed, she was in... By Andressa HunselBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Chronic Hives Treatment TeamNot only are chronic hives difficult to diagnose, but there are also pretty difficult to treat. If you've read my previous articles, you'll know that I went through two other... By Christy AmosBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Will My Hives Ever Really Go Away?I have accepted that for people like me, chronic hives suddenly appeared one day out of the blue, and then stuck around day after day after day... But I am... By Kelly MillerBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Managing My HivesHow do I manage my hives?? Well, not very well lately! It’s been a very frustrating situation for me to find what works for me and what doesn’t. I manage... By Ambre MintyBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A Treatment UpdateAs I mentioned in my previous posts about my treatment journey, it’s never as easy or straightforward as you hope it will be. It seems inevitable that once things are... By Christy AmosBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
IntimacyI remember when I first developed my hives. They were itchy, splotchy and just awful. I was embarrassed. I didn’t want anyone to see them. I tried to hide them... By Ambre MintyBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Goodbye to My Angry Summer HivesSummer is my favorite season. Well, at least it used to be my favorite season… I grew up in a New Jersey shore town where summers meant long beach days... By Kelly MillerBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ask the Patient Leaders: Chronic Hives & Diet ChangesMany people living with chronic hives can be triggered by different foods in their diet. Certain food groups can be off-limits, while others may be considered safe. But it can... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ask the Patient Leaders: Medication & Side EffectsTreatment for chronic hives can include different types of prescribed medication and over-the-counter medication. Some of these medications may cause side effects, and we wanted to know what our patient... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ask the Patient Leaders: Advocacy & AwarenessAdvocacy and spreading awareness are so important for rare conditions such as chronic hives. We want to help the general public understand what it is like living with chronic hives... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ask the Patient Leaders: Understanding Chronic HivesLiving with chronic hives can be frustrating, uncertain, uncomfortable, isolating, and more. These are just a few of the adjectives our patient leaders used to describe their hives. It's important... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Finding Financial Assistance for TreatmentMany illnesses come with steep price tags. Once you have a diagnosis, navigating treatment expenses can be challenging. Insurance plans cover some expenses. But out-of-pocket costs add up quickly. We... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Chronic Spontaneous UrticariaAutoimmune hives go by a few different names, including chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) and chronic idiopathic urticaria (CIU). But what are autoimmune hives and how are they diagnosed? As is... By Christy AmosBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ask the Patient Leaders: Advice for the Newly DiagnosedA new diagnosis can be scary, but also provide hope that you are finally on the right path. It's a lot to take in, and you may be wondering where... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Living with a Compromised Immune SystemFinding the right treatment for my chronic hives has been quite the challenge. I have a very severe case of chronic hives and it has been very difficult to get... By Christy AmosBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
This or That: Do You Avoid Histamine?Diet and nutrition can be a hot topic in the chronic hives community. We want to know what you are experiencing in your journey with different foods and chronic hives... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Living with Central Lines and Chronic HivesWe all know chronic hives are so difficult to live with. It's frustrating, and at times agonizing. Finding out triggers, and a treatment plan to manage our flares isn’t the... By Ambre MintyBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ask the Patient Leaders: Managing Stress LevelsStress can be a common trigger for chronic hives. Unfortunately, it can also be a common part of life in general. Knowing that stress can often be unavoidable, we wanted... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ask the Patient Leaders: Anxiety and Chronic HivesAnxiety and depression come into many people's lives, at different times and in different ways. Living with a chronic condition such as chronic hives can put a person's mental health... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
No Energy At AllSigh! Energy to write down what I feel is sometimes so difficult. Especially because I am still looking for answers and it takes a lot of energy away from me... By Andressa HunselBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
