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A member asked:
Been on sertraline for about 12 years now...could this be the cause of my chronic hives that i've been having since october? ruled out foods and stuff.
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Unlikely: While it is possible, it is unlikely after all this time. If your doctor cannot find the cause, ask him/her for a referral.
Answered 6/10/2017
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Medication effect: Side effects of Sertraline can be Urticaria (chronic hives), rash, increased sweating, and Acne. Avoid known triggers-stress, alcohol, pain relievers, heat, cold, exertion. See Dermatologist. See Psychiatrist for Diagnosis; discuss benefits and side effects of Sertraline, decreasing the dose; Therapy for stresses in your life, to develop coping skills, to resolve unpleasant feelings and conflicts
Answered 11/27/2017
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