13 Serious Problems That Hives Could Indicate

Thyroid Disease

Studies have indicated a range of between ten to fifty percent of people with chronic hives have Hashimoto’s disease, a form of hypothyroidism. The immune system is attacked in both conditions, and the symptoms of hives are more extreme when Hashimoto's is present. Those with Hashimoto’s disease are subjected to other ailments, including fatigue, depression, constipation, weight gain, hair loss, sensitivity to cold, dry skin, muscle weakness, and joint stiffness. This combination is seen more in women than men.