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A member asked:

Had the stomach flu thurs-sun & now i'm breaking out in hives. i read hives can be from infections. but all my other sx are gone..?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Hives: can be caused by any viral infection, and can last for few days - weeks, if not controlled by OTC antihistamine taken regularly or stay more than six weeks despite treatment, you need to see your doctor, good luck

Answered 1/19/2017

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