Question 1

how long does hives last that are all over body as a reaction to penicillin?

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Days to weeks: Usually they resolve in a few days. In rare instances hives from antibiotics may take several months to resolve.

Question 2

how long does it take hives to go away?

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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 3

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

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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 4

how does stress relate to hives?

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Yes: Stress in the form of trauma, exercise, and/or cold can bring on the onset of hives. Hives is primarily due to the release of several chemicals in our bodies such as seratonin, bradykinins, and histamines. When we get stressed these chemicals are released and can be revealed as hives( areas of inflammation on our skin).

Question 5

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?

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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 6

what are hives?

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Itchy, red, raised.: Hives are itchy, red, raised lesions on the skin and they usually happen after contact with or ingestion of something you're allergic to.  Try some benadryl, (diphenhydramine) cold packs, and see your doctor if they get worse!

Question 7

what causes hives?

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Usually allergic rxn: Usually it is caused by an allergic reaction, like contacting something you're allergic to touch. Consult your physician. Wishing you the best.

Question 8

how to trat hives?

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Avoid and take meds: Hives are generally treated by removing the offending trigger and taking antihistamines ( loratadine, Cetirizine or fexofenadine) or glucocorticoids if lesions are severe.

Question 9

are hives chronic?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Urticaria (hives) are "chronic" if they last longer than 6 weeks.  Please refer to a case and discussion i wrote on the topic:  http://www.Uwhealth.Org/pediatric-pathways/make-these-itchy-bumps-go-away/36971.

Question 10

what can cause hives?

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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.

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