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After taking my shower i break out in hives this started about 10 days ago some days thire real bad other days light they go away in 3-4 hours?

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Dr. Corey Clay answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Hives: Likely cholinergic urticaria, hives induced by body heat. Consider cooler/shorter shower to see if triggering is decreased. Treatment generally begins with daily long-acting antihistamine, but know that in at risk populations (such as elderly), the anticholinergic side effects (confusion, urinary retention, sedation, etc) are a concern. Discuss with your doctor.

Dr Abbott agreed

Answered 10/28/2016

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Dr. Timothy Beck answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Get checked: This could be polycythemia vera. Which is known for this specific symptom.

Dr Abbott agreed

Answered 9/22/2016

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A member asked:

After taking my shower i break out in hives this started about 10 days ago some days thire real bad other days light they go away in 3-4 hours?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Corey Clay answered

Dr Abbott agreed

Dr. Timothy Beck answered

Dr Abbott agreed

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