Question 1

does herpes cause hives?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: It would be unusual for herpes to cause hives.

Question 2

herpes 1 whole life( cold sores), recent horrible low back pain, xrays normal, hives during same time,(4 months), could herpes flare up be the cause?

Accepted Answer

Herpes type I ?: Herpes types I and II are usually self limited ulcers which are painful but do not generally cause "horrible back pain".  Shingles, however, which comes from Herpes Simplex (latent "chicken pox") can cause very painful skin lesions and lower back pain. See your physician for testing to be certain.

Question 3

i have had hives for 4 months and during that time girlfriend has genital herpes outbreak. i had cold sores as a kid. could my hives be from herpes?

Accepted Answer

If widespread: hives, probably not herpes, if located in an area that follows normal nerve pattern, could be herpes/shingles.  Hives is allergic response,  shingles a residual from chickenpox from an earlier time.

Question 4

ive broken out in hives for the first time in my life. its happened 4 times in 3 days. ive had no other symptoms. what could be the possible cause?

Accepted Answer

See PCP soonest: Probably eating, drinking or coming in contact with something your body is allergic to. Best to see your PCP soonest for a proper Diagnosis and management.

Question 5

what can cause hives?

Accepted Answer

So Many Causes: There are a number of potential causes of hives (urticaria)  which include: viral infections, parasitic infections, IgE-mediated allergic reactions like bee stings, medication allergy, latex allergy, food allergy, transfusion reactions, and contact reactions. Some meds/products can induce hives like narcotics, radiocontrast media, muscle relaxants, stinging nettle, physical stimuli, and foods.

Question 6

hives that are returning what can cause this?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: There are several kinds of urticaria [hives] and multiple different causes. You do not supply enough detail for any but the most general discussion. Try cetirizine [Zyrtec] 1 or 2 a day. Avoid alcohol and aspirin.

Question 7

does strep cause hives?

Accepted Answer

It can: Infections such as streptococcal pharyngitis (strep throat) can cause acute hives, however, there are numerous other potential causes of hives, including significant allergic reactions. Discuss with your pmd or consult a board certified allergist to get more information.

Question 8

does stress cause hives?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If  you have a propensity to break out in hives, then any "stressor" ("stress") will cause the hives to appear.

Question 9

can smoking cause hives?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: but there are literally hundreds of chemicals that you are introducing to your body when you smoke tobacco, including additives, preservatives and flavorings, including menthol and others.  You could have allergy to any of them.  See your doctor or an allergist, but the single best thing you can now do for your health, allergy or no, is to STOP SMOKING&gt; Talk to your doctor about ways to do this.

Question 10

can levorphanol cause hives?

Accepted Answer

Any drug can: I am unawar of a special predilection for this.  Honestly, i rarely see it used outside the hospital.

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