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A 40-year-old female asked:

If i take aspirin, i see a few hives 3 to 9 hrs later (faster w/ibuprofen.) is this def a reaction? i get random hives occas even w/out these meds.

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Dr. Carlo Hatemanswered

Pulmonary Critical Care 27 years experience

Yes: If you get it consistently then there is no doubt. You seem to be allergic to an entire class of medications called nsaid.

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Dr. Monib Zirvianswered

Dermatology 23 years experience

Possibly: Nsaids such as Aspirin and Ibuprofen can cause hives or urticaria. Consult an allergist to evaluate and manage this issue.

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