Researchers have identified specific types of stress hives, including cholinergic and dermatographia. Cholinergic hives appear during times of severe emotional stress and are accompanied by raised body temperature. In comparison, dermatographia is common in people who pick or scratch themselves under pressure. Allergy medication may help treat this type of stress rash.

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