A 44-year-old member asked:
Rash caused by the cold. scratch it, i get huge swollen bumps everywhere frm my arms, finger, thighs, buttocks, legs and feet. what is it?
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Dr. Nayla Mumnehanswered
Allergy and Immunology 30 years experience
Cold urticaria: It is a type of hives and can be induced by cold temperatures. You need a daily antihistamine during the cold weather season to prevent them from happening.
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Last updated Dec 19, 2020
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