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I've read u can't be desensitized to nsaids if your only symptom is skin hives. i need these meds badly. can i keep taking them? the hives are minor.

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

See a dermatologist: There are several classes of nsaids. Probably you can find one which does not cause hives. You may benefit from an antihistamine. An arthritis dr can probably help you.

Answered 6/15/2013

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A member asked:

I've read u can't be desensitized to nsaids if your only symptom is skin hives. i need these meds badly. can i keep taking them? the hives are minor.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

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