Hives are nothing but tiny red bumps on the skin causing itching. In medical terms hives are known as uriticaria. It is a form of allergic reaction triggered by certain medications or even foods. Hives are formed due to over-exposure to radiation of sunlight, pressure or due to viral infection. Tiny red colored blisters or bumps are formed on the skin anywhere in the body but it often occurs around the eyes. Hives can be treated with antihistamine drugs. Hives are caused when the cells of your body releases histamine which induces blood vessel to leak out fluid in the deep layers of the skin resulting in swelling causing red swollen bumps.
Some Of The Best Home Remedies For Hives Are Given Here :-
1. Wet Compress
Soak a soft cloth or towel in cold water and wring it gently before applying on the skin where hives are formed. Cold compress can shrink the blood vessels thus help in blocking release of histamine. Alternatively, you can pack some ice cubes in a cloth and apply it gently on the skin affected with hives. Repeat this 3-4 times a day until it shrinks.
2. Oatmeal Bath
Add 2-3 cups of oatmeal the bathtub and soak your body for 10-15 minutes. If you have cold do not try this remedy. You can also mix a cup of baking soda in the bathing water to get quick relief from itching.
3. Calamine Lotion or Vaseline
Cover the area of hives with calamine lotion and leave it for a while. Alternatively you can apply Vaseline cream on it. Astringents like these can help in releasing of histamines further into the skin thus shrinking the hives. You can also apply milk of magnesia to cover the hives which can reduce and shrink it due to its alkaline nature.
4. Baking Soda Paste
This is an effective remedy for controlling itching caused by hives. Make a paste by adding 2-3 drops of water with baking soda and apply this paste on the hives. Leave it for few minutes before washing.