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What do you suggest if i'm 21 weeks pregnant and my face just got hives amd swelling around the eyes.?

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Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Go to ER: Hives and swelling around the eyelids is not a normal finding, and spells trouble if it involves having orbital or eyelid cellulitis. Especially if you're pregnant, I would take no chances, and go to the ER and have it evaluated immediately, and get it treated.

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/20/2014

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Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

Hives: Zyrtec and claritin (loratadine) are safe to take during your pregnancy, but if your face swells up seek medical attention immediately

Dr Iwata and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

What do you suggest if i'm 21 weeks pregnant and my face just got hives amd swelling around the eyes.?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

Dr Iwata and another doctor agreed

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