Health Tip: Coping With Hives -- Hives are the result of an
allergic reaction. They typically go away without treatment, but
can be an itchy nuisance. The University of Maryland Medical
Center suggests how to deal with hives: - Don't let bath or
shower water get too hot. - Don't wear tightly-fitting clothing,
which can irritate the skin. - Take an antihistamine to help
reduce hives and their symptoms. - Milder cases of hives may not
need any treatment. - Severe hives may need emergency treatment
with epinephrine. Posted: August 2010