Total occupied homes in Cass County with people under 18 years old: Total: 9,698; Population of homes with one or more people under 18 years: 3,259; Population of family homes: 3,206; Husband-wife family: 2,442; Under 6 years only: 511; Under 6 years and 6 to 17 years: 565; 6 to 17 years only: 1,366; Other family: 764; Male householder, no wife present: 248
How do they occur? Clusters of hives may appear as a reaction to an allergen such as food, medicine, or an insect bite or sting. Hives may also occur as a reaction to infection or emotional stress. Histamine, a chemical your body makes, is released in response to the irritant that causes the hives to form.
A. Hives (urticaria) are raised, red spots on the skin that often itch. Hives are usually indicative of an allergic reaction. Hives are a common reaction in people who have allergies. A number of substances can trigger an outbreak of hives, including foods, medications, pollen, animal dander, or insect bites. Hives can also develop as a result of sun or cold exposure, infections, excessive perspiration, and emotional stress. The reason why stress seems to precipitate an outbreak of hives in many people is not completely understood but is likely related to the known effects of stress on the immune system.