Causes of Hives
The major cause of hives is allergy. Some of the things that cause the formation of hives may include:
- Pollen
- Latex
- Drugs like antibiotics
- Insect sting
- Some kinds of foods
- Infections
- Physical stimuli like heat and cold
Hives are one of the major symptoms of anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis [4] is a severe, life-threatening allergic response to certain allergens. They occur throughout the entire body and might lead to death if not treated immediately. Other symptoms of anaphylaxis include hypotension [5], tachycardia, shortness of breath, swollen throat etc.