Feeling Safe and Heard With Your DoctorWhen I first got diagnosed with chronic hives it was very crazy. Even though I advocate for acceptance, it was very difficult...reactions2comments
Finding Your FitWhen I was first diagnosed with chronic hives it was actually my primary care physician that diagnosed me. She was a wonderful...reactions4comments
Still Looking for Answers: Vitamin B12 Deficiency?A few months ago, I started a new journey with the doctor. I believed very strongly that my hives were related to...reactionscomments
Tips for Choosing the Right Sunscreen with Chronic HivesIt’s summer time! You know what that means, sun time!! I have very pale skin, and am very sensitive. As mentioned in...reactionscomments
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...reactions10comments
Preparing for the Heat and Chronic HivesI don't know if anyone else feels the same, but I used to love it when summer hit. School was out, vacations...reactionscomments
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...reactions9comments
Sleep Troubles With Chronic HivesSleep is an important part of our lives and helps our body rest and recover. But it is not always easy to...reactionscomments
Chronic Hives During PregnancyHives are a skin condition that causes red, itchy welts. Hives are common and many people experience them. But some people may...reactionscomments
The 2024 Social Health Awards ProgramEditorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards...reactionscomments
Rare Types of UrticariaSome types of urticaria (hives) are very rare. They may affect only a few thousand – or sometimes a few hundred –...reactions6comments
What's In Your Toolbox?If you hear the word toolbox the first thing that probably comes to mind is a plastic or metal carrying box or...reactions2comments
From Our Family to Yours: Hives During the HolidaysDecember is one of the most beautiful months of the year for many. This year the holidays are extra special for my...reactionscomments
Chronic Hives on YouTube: Flare-Up Tips from VanessaVanessa Evelyn is a lifestyle blogger from San Francisco, who has been living with chronic hives since 2018. Her stories and video...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
In the Right Direction: Getting a Third OpinionAs written in my previous article, after having been diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and experiencing facial swelling (angioedema), I sought a...reactionscomments
Medication for Life?Those living with chronic hives struggle with a lack of reliable treatment options. They may find themselves wondering if they will have...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
This or That: Choose Your Own Chronic Hives AdventureLiving with chronic hives can look and feel different for everyone. Asking questions is a way for us to know what our...reactions2comments
