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My 6m old son has had red hives for the past 2 nights that disappear after a few hours around bedtime. i know its nothing serious and they dont seem to bother him but what could the cause be? an allergy or a virus? he has had a runny nose this week

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Either cause: Watch for signs of distress, provide Benadryl for children, and please discuss with your pediatrician.

Answered 11/28/2019

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About hives...: Hives are raised itchy bumps, splotches, or welts caused by histamine, a chemical released during an allergic-type reaction. Blocking histamine by taking oral anti-histamine can help prevent new hives from forming, and help current hives fade away. A doctor can evaluate to see if anything needs to be done. Hives can be from viruses, pollens, foods, drugs, chemicals, emotions, exercise, etc...

Answered 11/28/2019

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