Urticaria, otherwise known as hives, is an itchy red blotchy rash resulting from swelling of the superficial part of the skin. It can be localised or more widespread. Angio-oedema occurs when the deeper tissues, the lower dermis and subcutaneous tissues, are involved and become swollen.
This is a companion discussion topic for the original article at https://patient.info/doctor/dermatology/urticaria-pro