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Patient groups call attention to skin condition commonly known as hives<\/em><\/p>\n

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Washington, D.C., October 1, 2025 \u2013 On this Urticaria Day (UDAY)<\/a>, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), We CU, and The Mast Cell Disease Society (TMS) aim to raise awareness of urticaria (hives) and provide information on managing a skin condition that can dramatically impact the lives of those affected.<\/p>\n

Acute hives<\/strong> last a short time \u2013 between a few hours to a few days, or less than 6 weeks. They may go away on their own. They can occur as part of a viral or bacterial infection or may be a symptom of an allergic reaction. If hives are accompanied by other serious symptoms such as difficulty breathing, it can be a sign of a serious allergic reaction.<\/p>\n

Chronic hives<\/strong> occur almost daily and last for more than 6 weeks. They may be caused by an infection, skin irritation, a problem with the immune system, or other medical conditions. It is common that chronic hives have no known cause.<\/p>\n

\u201cRoughly 1 in 5 people will experience hives at some point in their lives, and over 3 million people in the U.S. will experience chronic hives,\u201d said Kenneth Mendez, president and CEO of AAFA. \u201cUrticaria Day provides an opportunity to promote understanding of the condition and its impact. The raised bumps (welts or wheals) of hives often cause persistent itching. This can impact sleep and other activities. People with chronic hives may find relief from one of several available treatment options. AAFA wants people with urticaria to be aware of treatment options, and for those options to be accessible and affordable.\u201d<\/p>\n

Two common types of chronic hives are:<\/p>\n