Urticaria is a skin disease in which pale red swellings in groups on the surface of the skin are observed mainly on the trunk along with itching. Urticaria is a case of Hypersensitivity reaction of the skin to allergens. Both men and women are likely to get this allergy. This can be cured quite easily and no cause for alarm. Urticaria may develop from excessive sweating, insect bites, animal dander, exposure to too much of heat or cold and undue stress. There are several home remedies for Urticaria which can be prepared at home and the symptoms can be rather easily buttressed.

Home Remedies for Urticaria from Herbs

Several home remedies for urticaria can be prepared from the herbs which are available in plenty around us and are being used since long time. Cassia (Cassia fistula) , Henna(Lawsonia inermis) , Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum) , Madhuka (Madhuka indica) , Rauwolfia (Rauwolfia serpentina) and Sandal Wood (Santalum alba) are some of the well known herbs known for their anti inflammatory and soothing properties. A paste made from them when applied on the swelling, removes the irritation quickly and subsides the swelling. Aloe Vera gel when applied on the affected areas relieves the itching immediately and gives a comforting effect.

Home Remedies for Urticaria from Flowers and Plants

Heat Echinacea and Marshmellow roots in water for 5 minutes, then turn off the heat and add Chamomile flowers, Peppermint leaf and Ginger rhizome in small quantities. After stirring well and straining out the herbs, the resultant liquid can be consumed to prevent skin allergies. Another home remedy is boiling water added to Calendula flowers, Chamomile flowers, Echinacea root, elder flowers and Yarrow flowers. The liquid should be stirred well, herbs strained out and mixed with Baking Soda. This liquid can be applied on the itching for immediate relief. A mix of a small quantity of the juice of Wood apple leaves and Cumin powder when consumed daily acts as an excellent home remedy for Urticaria. There are several more natural remedy for urticaria from flowers and plants and a patient searching for them yields results.

Home Remedies for Urticaria from the Kitchen

Astringents like Cold Witch Hazel, Zinc Oxide and Calamine lotion are some of the urticaria treatment that can be taken off the shelf of the kitchen. Milk of Magnesia being an alkaline solution when applied on the lesions removes the irritation and lessens the sensation. Baking Soda and Corn starch in equal proportions of a cup should be added to warm water tub and then bathed in it for effective results. A small quantity of Oat Meal soaked in a cup of boiling water for 1 hour, should be applied with Cotton after straining out the oats on the itching skin for good results. Crushed leaves of Chickweed are made into a paste and used as a remedy. Cream of Tartar when made into a paste with water cures the itching sensation. A paste from a mashed Papaya when applied on the itching cools it immediately and makes the skin healthier. A mix of the extract of the juice of Indian Plum and Soda can also be effectively used for Urticaria. This is one of the useful urticaria remedy.

Prevention and Diet for Urticaria

Diet for urticaria - Care should be taken to keep the stress under control and exposure to too much of heat or cold should be avoided. Care should be taken to guard against insects, flies and mites. Pet animal should be properly vaccinated so as not to contract the allergy from them. The living areas should be free from dust and air pollution. Vitamin C should be consumed regularly to increase the resistance capabilities of the body. Balanced diet with all the necessary ingredients to improve the immune system should be taken and regular exercises are recommended to keep the body in a healthy condition. Some people experience allergic reaction on consumption of certain food items, they should be identified correctly and eliminated from the diet to prevent the occurrence of Urticaria.

All the above urticaria cure work successfully for most of the people, but if the condition persists it is advisable to consult a qualified doctor for complete solution.

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Wow, did I have some HIVES! I kept a list of recipes, ingredient labels, and foods I had eaten and found that I broke out after eating onions (fresh) or onion powder. I had been under awful stress at work, so I quit my job after giving notice. After about four months of not eating onions, I tried eating some ketchup, which has onion powder in it and found that my sensitivity had disappeared! No night sweats any more, no stress, no hives. Sweet!

#1 - Carol - 05/08/2009 - 09:06

Consume Vitamin C, take mint, do some yoga in the morning. Avoid anything or activity which can increase your blood presure. Remember, if some doctor is only suggesting you medicines and not prescribe any precaution, please stop visiting to that doctor and tell your knowone also not to go to that doctor if required.

#2 - Gaurav - 09/04/2009 - 07:17

I am all in favor of natural remedies to treat urticaria and all its manifestations. Recent research and advancement in natural therapies have found safe solutions for treating them especially using C4 Anti-hive, C49, T31, etc. provided by Biogetica. They build your immunity to an optimum level so that the tendency to have maladaptive hypersensitive responses is reduced. On a whole these options are safe, effective and non habit forming.

#3 - Gwen - Urticaria Treatment - 10/28/2009 - 02:13

I think I have cured my chronic ideupathic urticria. My diet consisted of a daily intake of cookies, candy, or something else sweet. I happened upon an article that talked about chronic inflammation. So I started an anti-inflammatory diet. Look it up. I did not only live on those items, but most of my diet consisted of these items. After one week, I went off my meds and I feel so much better. Berries, almonds, walnuts, Pacific salmon, green tea daily, 4-8 cups of water, and sweet potatoes. What a difference! Look up anti-inflammatory diet. I hope it helps.

#4 - Mary - 01/31/2010 - 20:20

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