Hives are a common skin disease that has affected a large amount of the population around the world.

Hives have appeared within different ages, races, and both males and females.  Middle-aged women and females are tends to see chronic hives more often, whereas young adults and children have acute hives.

Many people that are allergic to penicillin experience hives the after consuming this medication.  Some people do not know that they are allergic to it until they have taken it for several days, and then the hives outbreak. 

In addition, when a person is stressed, this can lead to hives appearing on their body.  Stress weakens your immune system making it very easy for your body to have a viral infection that leaves the opening for hives to flare up.

Be sure that you seek medical assistance when you experience the outbreak, so that you can live a comfortable life again.