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

Dr Alves agreed

Answered 3/16/2017

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

Dr Alves and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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