Eczema Relief, Rash Identification, and Infection Management

Skin health management requires identifying diverse systemic rashes, treating fungal infections, and monitoring moles for potential precancerous changes.

Hives

What Causes Breaking Out in Hives?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Ciele Edwards

Hives occur when specialized immune system cells in the skin, called mast cells, activate. Activated mast cells release inflammatory chemicals, including histamine and others. This causes dilation of nearby blood vessels and leakage of fluid into the superficial skin layer, resulting in hives.