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Suggest Treatment For Severe Red Itchy Hives On The Skin

For about two year my skin gets very red and itchy and sometimes gets hives when it gets warm. It started when I took a trip to Germany. I can take a daily antihistamine to keep it under control but every time I stop taking them the itching comes back. I hate to keep taking the drugs daily, is there anything else I can try?
Tue, 5 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear ,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of red itchy hives on skin which seems to be due to environment , heat , cold, pressure and sun exposure. It is the bodies response to the trigger factor . Insect bite , pollen and some plants can also cause hives. The most important thing is to find the trigger factor. 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 persists 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, anti inflammatory drug or drugs that can suppress immune system. 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 Severe Red Itchy Hives On The Skin

Hi Dear , Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of red itchy hives on skin which seems to be due to environment , heat , cold, pressure and sun exposure. It is the bodies response to the trigger factor . Insect bite , pollen and some plants can also cause hives. The most important thing is to find the trigger factor. 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 persists 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, anti inflammatory drug or drugs that can suppress immune system. Stay in cool environment . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari