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I dont know if what i have are hives or blisters, how can i know?

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Diff appearance: hives are raised bumps that are transient as they come and go....blisters are fluid filled and stay

Answered 1/14/2018

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Different: Blisters are usually small and contain fluid (usually clear) , may rupture and drain leaving a residual lesion for a few more days. Hives do not drain and are of variable sizes, usually itchy, and subside in less than 24 hrs without any residual marks.

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Answered 1/17/2018

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