This image displays urticaria (hives) on the palms. This image displays widespread urticaria (hives). This image displays urticaria (hives), which develops quickly and is typically accompanied by an itch. Urticaria (hives) develops quickly and has ring-like, slightly raised lesions accompanied by itch. Urticaria (hives) often form rings and ring-like shapes that quickly appear and disappear. This image displays urticaria (hives). This image displays urticaria (hives) due to an allergic reaction. This image displays a red area of swelling on the foot typical of urticaria. This image displays round, pink areas with clear zones common to urticaria (hives). This image displays pink areas of a rash surrounded by lighter areas (due to constriction of blood vessels) typical of urticaria (hives). This image displays welts and large hair follicle openings caused by swelling from urticaria (hives).
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Hives (Urticaria)  Teen information

Picture of Hives (Urticaria): This image displays urticaria (hives) on the palms. Divider line
This image displays urticaria (hives) on the palms.
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Who's At Risk
Anyone of any age can develop hives. Acute hives are more common in children and teens, and chronic hives seen most often in adult women.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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