What Causes Urticaria, and Can Ayurveda Help with Chronic Hives? - #15642
For the past few months, I’ve been dealing with random episodes of urticaria (hives), and I can’t figure out what’s causing it. Some days, I wake up with itchy, red welts all over my body, and other times, they appear after eating certain foods. It’s incredibly frustrating because antihistamines provide temporary relief, but they don’t stop the hives from coming back. I read that urticaria can be triggered by allergies, stress, temperature changes, or even autoimmune issues. But how do I determine the exact cause? Are allergy tests accurate, or could it be something deeper, like an internal imbalance? Since I want a long-term solution, I started looking into Ayurveda. I read that urticaria is often linked to excess Pitta in the body, which leads to heat and inflammation in the skin. Does this mean cooling herbs and detoxification treatments can help? I found that neem, Guduchi, and turmeric are often used for skin conditions—has anyone tried these for urticaria? Another thing I’m curious about is whether diet plays a role in urticaria flare-ups. Should I be avoiding spicy foods, dairy, or processed foods? Are there specific Ayurvedic dietary recommendations that can help reduce histamine reactions and skin inflammation? For those who have experienced urticaria, did you find a natural remedy that worked? How long did it take for your symptoms to improve? I’m desperate to find something that stops these hives from coming back.
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