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Monday, July 26, 2010

Hives, Urticaria

Hives, also called urticaria is a skin condition characterised by sudden outbreaks of red, itchy welts. Hives usually go away within a few hours to two days but can also become chronic and last for many weeks. Hives are brought on by an allergic reaction to a wide variety of foods, or by coming into contact with a wide variety of different substances such as soaps or shampoos. I have excellent results treating hives by doing an allergy test to identify the hives-provoking substances, followed by dietary changes and anti-allergy treatment for 2-3 months. Here is what one of my clients said, “I am thrilled with the result. My skin is smooth and clear and everybody tells me I am looking very well". MG Titirangi