How to Stop Hives From Itching

Hives are red, itchy welts which can be from an allergic reaction, stress, fear and other emotions. If you have never experienced hives, they are severe or if accompanied by other symptoms such as difficulty breathing, seek emergency medical help.

Instructions

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   To relieve hives and the itch due to stress, fear and other such emotions make a cup of herbal tea. Try to relax and sip your tea. The best teas to help calm are Chamomile, Peppermint, Valerian and Passion Flower. These teas are available at health food stores and online.

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   Make a paste of cool or cold water and Cream of Tartar. Apply directly to the hives. Reapply after the paste dries and begins to fall off. This can repeated several times. Cream of Tartar is available at the grocery store in the spice aisle.

3. 

   Take a cool bath, shower or use cold compresses on the hives. The cold water will help to reduce swelling and slow itching. Ice packs applied to the hives will also help to relieve the itch. Do not apply ice directly to the skin place a thin towels between the ice pack and the hives. Do not use warm water or hot water, it will make the itching worse.

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   Take an over-the counter antihistamine such as Benedryl to stop the release of histamines and relieve itching.