Robert Timberg, author of John McCain: An American Odyssey , who has interviewed many POWs who served with McCain, said there's no evidence that he ever collaborated with the North Vietnamese. I've never known of any occasion in which Sen. McCain provided the North Vietnamese with anything of value, Timberg said.
What Causes Hives in Adults-The Immune System: What we do know is that hives in adults has a great deal to do with the immune system. Your immune system can be weakened by years of break outs or flare-ups due to disorders related to thyroid disease and even lupus.
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.