Are hives a symptom of a thyroid problem?
On One Hand: Not a Thyroid Problem SymptomHives are skin-colored, itchy welts that occur on the surface of the skin. They often appear and disappear suddenly. According to the National Women’s Health Information Center, hives (also called urticaria) are not a symptom of thyroid problems.On the Other: Hives Associated with Thyroid AutoimmunityWhile hives are not a symptom of thyroid problems, a study that was published in the medical journal “Dermatology,” showed evidence that people with chronic hives are at a higher risk of having thyroid autoimmunity, which is the cause of most thyroid problems.Bottom LineHives may be associated with thyroid problems, but are not a symptom of the condition. Even when they occur together, thyroid problems and hives are separate conditions and require different treatments.
