Types of Hives We Treat: Ordinary, Chronic, and Physical Urticaria Explained
Hives, also called urticaria, affect millions and can disrupt daily life with unpredictable itching, swelling, and discomfort. At Legacy Dermatology, we diagnose and treat every form with advanced, patient-focused care.
Ordinary Hives
Sudden outbreaks with welts and redness appearing anywhere on the body. They can fade within hours but recur repeatedly. Treatment often involves antihistamines, topical relief, and trigger identification to prevent relapse.
Chronic Hives
Lasting more than six weeks, these cases may persist for months or years. Triggers are often unknown. Management requires advanced options such as biologics, immunomodulators, or combination therapies to bring durable control.
Physical Hives
Caused by external factors, heat, cold, pressure, sun, exercise, or stress. They usually appear at the site of stimulation. Treatments focus on antihistamines, barrier strategies, and targeted prevention tailored to lifestyle and skin sensitivity.
Legacy Dermatology specializes in resolving stubborn, complicated hives with science-driven care. We use advanced diagnostics and customized therapies to address not only the symptoms but also the underlying immune pathways driving your condition.
Features
- Rapid swelling of lips or eyelids
- Difficulty breathing with skin reactions
- Chronic itching is disrupting daily sleep
- Hives lasting beyond six weeks
- Severe angioedema with facial swelling
- Widespread welts resistant to antihistamines
- Triggers are difficult to identify or control
- Sudden onset after medication exposure
- Hives are linked with other autoimmune symptoms
