Question 1

what can i do if my hives won't go away! what do i do?

Accepted Answer

See allergist: If they have been present for less than 6 weeks, try taking antihistamine up to 4 times a day (much higher than the average dose). If they are getting worse or have been present for more than 6 weeks. Consult an allergist.

Question 2

i'm worried because my hives won't go away. what can i do, what do you suggest?

Accepted Answer

Hives: Evidently you are probably allergic to something that is causing the hives.  Try eliminate things in your diet or environment that may be causing them.  I would suggest you see a physician for treatment.

Question 3

i have had acid reflux for more than a year. i have difficulty in swallowng and breathing. plus, i now have hives which won't go away

Accepted Answer

Difficulty: with swallowing in the presence of GERD is an indication for EGD with without video swallow .Older doctors may suggest a barium studies before EGD

Question 4

2 days leading up to my period i get very bad costochondritis, a red nose and chin that won't go away, hives, and severe cramping. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

No; cyclical hives?: With hives, etc. Occurring regularly 2 days before periods you may have cyclical urticaria (hives) which seems to be related to Progesterone level changes with your periods. Stopping birth control pill or if not on one, starting one, may control your symptoms. One case responded to buserelin which works on pituitary to modify hormone release. Have to consult allergist for proper management.

Question 5

how do i make my baby hives go away?

Accepted Answer

Diet,drug?: Has the baby been exposed to any medications recently? Has the baby had an infection of any kind? These can e causes of hives. If not then you have to put baby on elimination diet of hypoallergenic foods to eliminate possible offending foods. You can work with your pediatrician, allergist or dermatologist to find the cause of hives.Benadryl (diphenhydramine) can help temporarily.

Question 6

what can be done to make hives go away?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamine, other: If someone's hives are caused by allergies, seeing an allergist for tests, and avoiding the allergen is the way to go.  If someone's hives r of "no obvious causes" type, antihistamines r safe and effective ways to alleviate symptoms.  U can start w zyrtec or allegra (fexofenadine).  The treatment should be directed by an allergist or ur family doctor.

Question 7

how long does it take hives to go away?

Accepted Answer

Depends: This would depend on what is causing the hives, and if any therapy. If you know the stimulus that caused the hives, and can get away from it the hives should improve in days. Therapy, antihistamine, steroid etc., accelerates the process by blocking the inflammatory and histamine mediators.

Question 8

in what way can i make my hives go away fast?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamines...: ... Generally treat the hives and the itchiness the best, but the best way to handle this is to find out what's causing the hives so you don't get them in the first place, and get an optimal treatment regimen if you simply cannot prevent them. See an allergist.

Question 9

how long does it take hives on a baby to go away?

Accepted Answer

Usually under 6 wk.: In about 80% of hive cases they resolve within 6 wk. If the hives last longer then about 80% of those cases resolve within 1 yr. Treatment with antihistamines can control the hives until they resolve on their own. Consult your pediatrician to confirm diagnosis and get treatment.

Question 10

how long is it supposed to it take for hives to go away?

Accepted Answer

It depends. : Hives may last from hours to years.  If you have hives for over 6 weeks then you are classified as having chronic hives and the average duration of hives may even be about a year.

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