Rashes & Hives
A skin rash or hives may be triggered by a reaction to food, medicine, or other irritants.
Rashes & Hives: When to Seek Urgent Care
Skin rashes and hives can be itchy, uncomfortable, and sometimes alarming. While many causes are harmless, some can indicate a more serious condition. Here's why urgent care is a smart choice:
- Identifying the cause: Rashes and hives can be triggered by allergies, infections, medications, and more. Urgent care doctors can diagnose the source and recommend the right treatment.
- Fast relief: Don't suffer unnecessarily. Get medications to ease itching, swelling, and other symptoms.
- Addressing complications: Some rashes or severe hives can signal a larger problem. Urgent care can spot these and refer you for specialized care if needed.
- When to worry: Urgent care is ideal if you have:
- A rash spreading rapidly
- Hives with difficulty breathing
- Fever or signs of infection
- A rash after starting a new medication
Urgent Care vs. ER: The Right Choice for Rashes & Hives
For most rashes and hives, urgent care offers faster access and personalized care compared to busy ERs. Seek emergency care only if you have life-threatening symptoms like trouble breathing or significant swelling.
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