Urticaria (Hives) Treatment in Delhi

Q: Why do my hives keep coming back?

Chronic urticaria often has more than one trigger, and sometimes no clear trigger is found. Treatment aims to reduce how often and how badly the hives return.

Q: Can I continue my antihistamine tablets?

Do not stop any prescribed medicine on your own. Tell the doctor what you take and they will advise you.

Q: When is urticaria an emergency?

Swelling of the lips, tongue or throat, difficulty breathing or feeling faint need emergency hospital care straight away.

Itchy Welts (Sheetapitta)

What Is Urticaria?

Urticaria, or hives, causes raised, itchy red or skin-coloured welts that can appear suddenly on any part of the body. They often move around and fade within hours, but new ones may keep appearing. When hives keep coming back for more than six weeks, it is called chronic urticaria.

In Ayurveda, urticaria is described as Sheetapitta, linked to an imbalance of Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Treatment focuses on identifying your triggers and reducing how often the hives return.

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Common Triggers

What Can Trigger Hives?

01

Foods

Some foods - for example seafood, nuts, eggs or certain additives - can trigger hives in some people.

02

Medicines

Painkillers, antibiotics and other medicines can cause hives.

03

Infections

Viral and other infections are a common cause, especially in children.

04

Heat, Cold & Pressure

Sweat, cold air, water or pressure on the skin can trigger welts.

05

Insect Bites

Bites and stings can cause hives around the area or all over the body.

06

Stress

Stress can make chronic urticaria worse.

Our Ayurvedic Approach

Treatment depends on whether your urticaria is new or long-standing and what triggers it. It may include:

Finding triggers: a detailed history of food, medicines, environment and timing of the hives
Internal medicines: Ayurvedic herbs to reduce itching and support the body's balance
Panchakarma: cleansing therapies such as Virechana for chronic, recurring urticaria, when suitable
Diet: avoiding foods that trigger your hives and following a light diet
Lifestyle: managing stress, sleep and exposure to heat or cold as needed

Emergency warning: if hives come with swelling of the lips, tongue or throat, difficulty breathing or dizziness, go to the nearest hospital immediately.

Medicines and therapies are prescribed only after a consultation. Please do not start any herb or medicine on your own.

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