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I have had hives for 4 days off and on. after benadryl (diphenhydramine) wears off they return. have taken 400 mg today and they're back. do i need to go to the er???
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Hives: If you have had no relief after 4 days, you may need a short course of a steroid taper. I would recommend an urgent care center over an ER, but if there is no urgent care near you, your ER should be fine. Until you can get medical care, you can also try 1% hydrocortisone cream to the affected area.
Answered 9/29/2016
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