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			| HivesMost hives (urticaria) are an allergic skin reaction that appears as raised, red, itchy bumps of different shapes and sizes.
		Patches of hives may combine to form raised, reddened skin over large areas of
		the body. Hives are often minor, but they can also be the first sign of a
		life-threatening allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) that requires emergency
		care.ByHealthwise StaffPrimary Medical ReviewerE. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
 Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
 Martin J. Gabica, MD - Family Medicine
 Specialist Medical ReviewerRohit K Katial, MD - Allergy and Immunology
Current as ofSeptember 29, 2016Current as of:
                September 29, 2016Author:
          Healthwise Staff  Medical Review:
          E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine & Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine & Martin J. Gabica, MD - Family Medicine & Rohit K Katial, MD - Allergy and Immunology |  |  |  |  |  |