Think you need an allergy test? How doctors diagnose chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU)
For many, recurring hives come with one question: "What's causing them?" While allergies are a common assumption, they aren't the only explanation. Dermatologist Dr Kok Wai Leong explains how doctors investigate recurring hives, when allergy testing may be useful and how patients can help reach the right diagnosis sooner.
Do your hives keep coming back? Recognising when it may be chronic spontaneous urticaria
If your hives keep coming back, it's natural to wonder whether you've developed an allergy. While allergies can cause hives, they are not the only explanation for recurring hives. Dermatologist Dr Laura Hui explains the signs that may suggest chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) and when it is worth seeking medical advice.
Chronic hives vs allergies: When that persistent itch signals a bigger problem
Recurring hives aren’t always just an allergy. When symptoms keep coming back, it could point to a chronic condition like CSU — and a need for a different approach. Read more on The Straits Times.
Why won’t these hives go away? What your recurring rash might really be telling you
You’ve seen doctors, tried creams, changed routines — yet it keeps coming back. For many, recurring hives can quietly take a toll long before they’re properly understood. Read more on HerWorld.