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I have hives on my legs, can i use antihistamine cream? 6 weeks pregnant

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

See a dermatologist: Antihistamine cream has no effect on hives. Probably you do not have hives limited to your legs. More likely you have skin changes due to scratching. A prescription steroid cream is likely to give relief and is safe during pregnancy.

Dr Ezeokoli agreed

Answered 2/7/2015

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A member asked:

I have hives on my legs, can i use antihistamine cream? 6 weeks pregnant

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Dr Ezeokoli agreed

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