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Are bumps on my hand a sign of hives?

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Dr. Wm. Marcus Spurlock answered

Specializes in Preventive Medicine

Hives: Hives come up suddenly in itch very intensely. They also usually disappear and may come and go. Other types of bumps that don't itch are usually not hives.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Thomas Klein answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Could be : Hives can occur anywhere on the body. Hives are red, raised, itchy areas that come and go and vary in size. They can be caused by a variety of issues: 1. Allergies to pollens, mold, dust, food, drugs and bee stings 2. Infections like hepatitis 3. Autoimmunity 4. Vaculitis 5. Idiopathic – unknown cause – very common treatment may include antihistamines, h2 blockers, steroids, doxepin.

Answered 12/13/2012

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