Hives (Urticaria): Prevention

To prevent urticaria (hives), attention must be paid to reducing individual risk factors.

Behavioral risk factors

  • Diet
    • Food/additives, e.g., milk, eggs, fish (food allergens).
    • Spicy food
    • Food preservatives and / or food coloring.
  • Physical activity
    • Heavy exertion
  • Mechanical irritation/pressure

Environmental stress – intoxications (poisonings).

  • Solar radiation
  • Strong cold / heat