Living

For this installment, I wanted to hear how this impacted my younger sister, Ashley. When I got sick she was about 21/22 (we’re 4 years apart). Just figuring out her...

It can take a long time to learn what lightens the mental, physical and emotional load for you when managing a chronic illness such as chronic hives. Especially if you...

This installment was the most surprising to me. I decided to interview my best friend. We met in high school, about 20 years ago. She is the closest person to...

In this installment of my interview series, my mom! My mom has been absolutely amazing through all this. She’s been my caregiver for the last 3.5 years.  She’s missed countless...

When you look back at your journey, how do you feel about the outcome? Does it look better or worse? I'm going to talk about the development of my hives...

Are you living with chronic hives? Whether you are just starting treatment or have been undergoing treatment for years, we want to hear from you. A chronic hives diagnosis can...

In the spring of 2020, as our world abruptly shifted to carry the weight of a pandemic, my body was also shifting. After getting sick with a presumed case of...

Chronic hives triggers can be difficult to identify, and often the trigger remains unknown. These triggers can lead to "flares" or outbreaks of chronic hives, even if you were previously...

Today I want to tell about strange places where I wondered how it is possible to get itchy. I think every woman who likes dresses realizes how important it is...

December is one of the most beautiful months of the year for many. This year the holidays are extra special for my family as it is our first Christmas in...

Hives 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...

The process of being diagnosed with a chronic health condition can be long and difficult. People with chronic hives often have a lengthy journey between when they first begin experiencing...

Being a parent isn’t easy. As a single mom it’s difficult at times. Throw in chronic illness and it’s overwhelming and isolating. This post I wanted to do something different...

When you live with a certain health condition like chronic hives, it can sometimes be quite tough and lonely. Especially since I'm increasingly wondering if it's "normal" to feel this...

Oh the frustration of hives! I’ve been battling chronic hives since 2014. I’ve been through so many different medications, creams, and ointments. It’s been so frustrating getting a combination figured...

I 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...

I have a confession to make. I canceled a follow-up appointment with my allergy doctor 5 months ago and I have no immediate plans to reschedule. Don’t get me wrong...

Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health. It also aims to expand opportunities for health...

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...

Many men would rather do anything else than go visit their doctor for a routine health checkup. Compared to women, men frequently dodge the doctor. A 2019 survey asked 1,174...