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I get 3 or 4 hives on days when i take nsaids, but i also occasionally get hives on days when i haven't taken a thing. so, is this an allergy or not?

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Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

Hives: Hives can be worsened by nsaids, and you should avoid them if you break out when you take them , you do not need your reaction to worsen over time.

Answered 3/16/2013

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A member asked:

I get 3 or 4 hives on days when i take nsaids, but i also occasionally get hives on days when i haven't taken a thing. so, is this an allergy or not?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

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