How much should i worry about urticaria?

Hive Worry Index: On a scale of 1-10 (10 worst). Hives <6 weeks: 2. Hives >6 weeks: 3. After you see your doctor or allergist to rule-out the bad stuff: 2. Hives with swollen lips or eyelids (angioedema):4. Hives with swollen tongue:5. Angioedema without hives:5. Hives with vomiting, stomachache, difficulty breathing, passing out or nearly so:10. If score 3 or more see your doctor.

See your doctor: Urticaria (or hives) is a very common condition. It is estimated that 1 in 4 people will have hives sometime in their lifetime. Hives can be caused by a number of things - both allergic and non-allergic. Hives that don't go away after a couple of weeks should be evaluated by a doctor. Hives with swelling, especially swelling of the throat, lips, or tongue need to be treated immediately.