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Is dermographism the same as hives?

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Hi doctor,

I went to a dermatologist last week, and she told me that I have dermographism. It started last month. How long does it take to go away? I have little bumps in my stomach such as hives, just like a pimple. I have a doubt, can hives pop like a little simple bump or only occur in clusters? I just wanted to know some information about the condition.

Please help.

Thank you.
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Dr. Sudhir Kumar N is a Dermatologist, Hair Transplant Surgeon, and Cosmetologist. His expertise encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of a wide spectrum of skin, hair, and nail disorders. As a Cosmetologist, he offers advanced aesthetic solutions such as skin rejuvenation, anti-aging therapies, and minimally invasive cosmetic procedures. With specialized skill in hair transplantation, he helps patients restore natural hair growth, blending medical precision with artistic finesse to enhance appearance, confidence, and overall quality of life.

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Hello,

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I have read about your query. Your condition can be acute urticaria/ hives. It usually presents with itching. Dermographism (dermatographism) is an exaggerated urticarial response which is also called skin writing. It is usually seen in young adults with a fair complexion and it disappears in six to eight hours. It can occur as the age progresses and it is just a cosmetic concern. Usually, dermographism does not give any symptoms and usually has a trigger like stick injury, pressure, etc.

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Published At October 9, 2015
Reviewed At June 8, 2026

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Dr. Sudhir Kumar N is a Dermatologist, Hair Transplant Surgeon, and Cosmetologist. His expertise encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of a wide spectrum of skin, hair, and nail disorders. As a Cosmetologist, he offers advanced aesthetic solutions such as skin rejuvenation, anti-aging therapies, and minimally invasive cosmetic procedures. With specialized skill in hair transplantation, he helps patients restore natural hair growth, blending medical precision with artistic finesse to enhance appearance, confidence, and overall quality of life.

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Dr. Sudhir Kumar N is a Dermatologist, Hair Transplant Surgeon, and Cosmetologist. His expertise encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of a wide spectrum of skin, hair, and nail disorders. As a Cosmetologist, he offers advanced aesthetic solutions such as skin rejuvenation, anti-aging therapies, and minimally invasive cosmetic procedures. With specialized skill in hair transplantation, he helps patients restore natural hair growth, blending medical precision with artistic finesse to enhance appearance, confidence, and overall quality of life.

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