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I have had hives for 4 days, even during a medrol dose pack (for knee steroid shot) , taken 400 mg benadryl (diphenhydramine) and they're back. lip swelling - er???

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Go to ER now: since it is getting worse.It may be angioedema.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/27/2014

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