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Suggest Treatment For Itchy Hives On The Armpit

I am 65,have had menopause for 15 years and have hot flashes every so often. During a resent bout I have developed hives,itching on underarms,hives especially where I have warm areas. Doctor prescribed a steroid for 18 days but it did nothing. If I take an Allergra in am that works until midnight than the hives come back but not bad enough to take something. I take a good vitamin and extra c. Is the menopause and hives related maybe something to do with histamine?
Wed, 27 Apr 2016
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Hi Dear ,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itchy hives on the armpit. It is the body's response to the trigger factor . Insect bite , pollen and some plants can also cause hives. Our environment , heat , cold , pressure and sun exposure are other factors responsible for this. The most important thing is to find the trigger factor. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to give cold compresses to hives several times a day to prevent from swelling and itching and take over the counter antihistamine drug like benadryl. If symptoms still persist the consult dermatologist for proper examination and treatment . Doctor may perform skin test and challenge to find out the trigger factor . Doctor may prescribe other steroid cream ( mometasone) , anti inflammatory drug or drugs that can suppress immune system. Herbal tea and aloe vera gel are also very helpful . Stay in cool environment .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Itchy Hives On The Armpit

Hi Dear , Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itchy hives on the armpit. It is the body s response to the trigger factor . Insect bite , pollen and some plants can also cause hives. Our environment , heat , cold , pressure and sun exposure are other factors responsible for this. The most important thing is to find the trigger factor. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to give cold compresses to hives several times a day to prevent from swelling and itching and take over the counter antihistamine drug like benadryl. If symptoms still persist the consult dermatologist for proper examination and treatment . Doctor may perform skin test and challenge to find out the trigger factor . Doctor may prescribe other steroid cream ( mometasone) , anti inflammatory drug or drugs that can suppress immune system. Herbal tea and aloe vera gel are also very helpful . Stay in cool environment . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari