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How to Deal With Stress Rashes and Hives

Your body may release histamine when you're stressed, leading to skin inflammation.

Lauren Smith, MAMera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Updated on August 1, 2022
Reviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP | July 1, 2022

Stress hives can be uncomfortable and itchy, and you may also feel self-conscious about the visible changes to the skin. In this video, learn ways to cope with pain, itchiness, and inflammation from stress hives.

In some cases, you may need to work with a healthcare provider to treat stress hives.

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Lauren Smith, MA
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Lauren Smith, MA
Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
Dr. Mera Goodman is a board-certified pediatrician. Prior to medicine, she worked as a management consultant.

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