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I have to see a allergist and they told me to stop taking my hydroxizine for a week which helps my exzema and hives(unknown cause for them) im on day ?
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Truncated question: But anyways, if you can do without the hydroxyzine for the said period before your allergist appointment that would be fine, otherwise just keep taking it to control your symptoms. The reason we ask people to hold any antihistaminic before the appointment is in case an allergy skin prick test is needed, but in your case the doctor will evaluate you and probably ask for blood allergy test if needed
Answered 11/27/2017
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Better answers: By not taking your antihistamines, you will get more accurate results from your testing. All the best.
Answered 3/28/2016
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