Download or read book Urticaria, An Issue of Immunology and Allergy Clinics written by Malcolm Greaves and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2014-02-28 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Urticaria, or hives, is a skin rash characterized by red, raised bumps which are usually itchy and create a burning sensation. Urticaria can be caused by allergic and non-allergic reactions. For patients with chronic hives, this condition is usually the result of an autoimmune disorder. This issue will cover the latest diagnosis and treatment strategies for this condition at the point of care, across several patient types, such as children and pregnant women.