Urticaria (hives)
This course provides an overview of urticaria (hives), including its causes, symptoms, appearance, diagnosis and management. It is designed to support learners undertaking urticaria training online Australia and develop their understanding of when further help may be required.

Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Define urticaria and explain what is urticaria and what causes it.
- Recognise common signs and symptoms, including what are the symptoms of urticaria and typical skin changes.
- Differentiate between urticaria and angioedema, including what is the difference between urticaria and angioedema.
- Understand how urticaria is diagnosed, managed and how long symptoms may last.
- Identify when to seek help for hives and recognise situations requiring prompt medical attention.
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Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Define urticaria and explain what is urticaria and what causes it.
- Recognise common signs and symptoms, including what are the symptoms of urticaria and typical skin changes.
- Differentiate between urticaria and angioedema, including what is the difference between urticaria and angioedema.
- Understand how urticaria is diagnosed, managed and how long symptoms may last.
- Identify when to seek help for hives and recognise situations requiring prompt medical attention.
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Training Overview
- Understanding Urticaria
- Recognising the Appearance of Urticaria
- Urticaria and Angioedema: Key Differences
- Duration and Progression of Urticaria
- Diagnosis and Assessment of Urticaria
- Management and Treatment of Urticaria
- Recognising When Medical Help Is Needed
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Frequently asked questions
Urticaria, or hives, is an itchy skin rash caused by substances such as histamine released from mast cells. Triggers may include allergies, infections, medicines and physical factors.
Common symptoms include itchy, raised wheals that may be pink, red or pale. They can vary in size and shape and may appear and disappear in different areas of the body.
Urticaria affects the more superficial skin layers and causes raised, itchy wheals. Angioedema affects deeper layers and causes swelling, often around the face, lips, tongue or throat.
Seek emergency help if hives occur with breathing difficulty, tongue or throat swelling, wheezing, persistent dizziness or collapse. For other concerning symptoms, consult your doctor.
Urticaria training online Australia can help healthcare professionals develop knowledge of hives, including symptoms, diagnosis, management, triggers and when urgent medical attention may be needed.
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