Medically reviewed by Jurairat J. Molina, MD Acute urticaria (hives) is a common skin condition that affects up to 20% of people at some point in their lives. It can transition into chronic urticaria ...

The use of topical corticosteroids such as hydrocortisone cream is not useful for the treatment of hives, according to international clinical guidelines. Similarly, the use of systemic ...

Hives and rashes are two skin conditions that can look fairly similar. Here, experts explain the difference between hives and a rash, plus treatments.