The struggles of CSU are never just hives
The impact of chronic hives goes beyond symptoms like itch and swelling. It can affect pretty much every aspect of life.
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Are you feeling depressed or anxious?
The symptoms of CSU come and go, but the emotional and mental toll may never go away. According to one survey, 70% of people living with chronic hives reported having anxiety and/or depression.
“Not wanting to live in your own skin is truly one of the worst feelings.”
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Is itch keeping you up at night?
Sleep deprivation from intense itch is very common in chronic hives. This can lead to lack of energy, which impacts your daily activities.
“I would stay up until 4 or 5 in the morning some nights scratching my feet with a hairbrush.”
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Are you struggling to get through the day?
A survey showed that people with unresolved chronic hives have trouble getting through daily activities.
“I couldn’t even walk my dog because I couldn’t hold the leash.”
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Did you miss work this week?
One out of 5 people have missed at least one hour of work this week due to their chronic hives, according to a patient-reported survey.
“I would often call out sick or tell my manager I had to be offline for hours.”
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Are you tired of trying different antihistamines?
In a multinational online survey study of 582 adults with CSU, 460 were on antihistamine treatment; 80% reported having to switch to another antihistamine and 62% increased their dose. Of those who increased their dose, 46% experienced drowsiness.
“Antihistamines just make me feel like a zombie; I’m always in a daze.”
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Have chronic hives interfered with your relationships?
Chronic hives can get in the way of so much—including relationships with friends, family, and significant others.
“My hives made me so irritable that I was constantly getting into fights with my husband over the silliest little things.”
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Have you had to cancel plans because of chronic hives?
Unpredictable conditions like chronic hives can take over your life, causing you to miss out on social events and experiences.
“I don’t remember the last time I kept my plans. I haven’t seen my friends in months.”
Living with chronic hives can be isolating, but ~400,000 people like you struggle with symptoms despite taking antihistamines.* Hearing from you may help them on their journey with chronic hives.
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