A red, raised, and an itchy skin rash that might have been triggered by allergens is called hives or urticaria. Some of the triggers that can cause hives are medications (some antibiotics and NSAIDs), food (nuts, shellfish, eggs), infections, fever, dust mites, latex, pollen, sunlight exposure, etc. Antihistamines like Fexofenadine and Cetirizine are used for its treatment.
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Does vasoconstriction occur due to an allergy to antihistamines?
Query: Hi doctor, I am having major vasoconstriction problems. I would like to know if my daily antihistamines intake is causing this problem. I am taking Loratadine and Fexofenadine hydrochloride daily for allergies. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would like to know in detail, what you mean by vasoconstriction problems? Is it affecting your hands or your feet or anywhere in the nasal bed? Do you experience any bluish discoloration of the nails or hands? Do you have any pain in the hands or feet? Do you have ul... Read Full »
What is the possibility of my hair dye causing hives?
Query: Hello doctor, I have hives along with swollen feet, hands, and lips. Hives are itching. I took tablet Claritin and Prednisone for my hives. I am already taking tablet Abilify and Topamax, and I have dyed my hair recently. I guess these are the two possible causes for my hives. Which do you think wou... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Since when have you been taking these medicines? Have the hives occurred before? Are they reducing with tablet Claritin (Loratadine) and the Steroid? We may have to do a skin prick allergy testing or a comprehensive blood allergy profile, including all the possible alle... Read Full »
Why do I have hive-like skin rashes all over my body that are itchy?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 28-year-old-female. I had experienced folliculitis due to waxing, and you suggested a treatment (a year ago). Currently, I am experiencing skin rashes (like hives) all over the body. It has been there for two days now. It comes and goes in different parts of the body. The first day... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and saw the pictures (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). You have acute urticaria and may be allergic to dust, food, or insect bite, and you should avoid triggers. I would suggest a Cetirizine tablet twice a day. It may b... Read Full »
I am experiencing itchy hives. Could it be due to food allergy?
Query: Hi doctor,I think I might be having an allergic reaction to something that I ate. I have been experiencing itchy hives since last night, and I do not know what to do. It is the first time this has happened to me, and I feel terrified. Could it be a food allergy? How do I figure out what I am allergi... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. We are elated to have you on board at icliniq.com. From your description, this seems to be a food allergy. Different people have different allergies. Recall your diet 24 hours before the onset of allergy, and you will be able to find the triggers. Peanut allergy is usu... Read Full »
I am suffering from migraines. Is Eptinezumab effective?
Query: Hello doctor,I have been enduring these excruciating migraines for what feels like an eternity, and I am desperately seeking relief. I have experimented with numerous medications, but none appear to be effective. Lately, I came across a treatment called Eptinezumab. I have learned that it is an infu... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. Eptinezumab is a relatively new migraine treatment administered through a series of infusions. It belongs to the calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) inhibitor class, which blocks the activity of CGRP, a protein associated with the inflammato... Read Full »
Please suggest alternative treatments for chronic pain and hives.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 33-year-old female, 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighing 148 pounds. I have been dealing with chronic pain and recurrent hives for an extended period, exhausting all allopathic approaches without relief. I am considering exploring alternative methods like acupuncture and tradit... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for writing, and I understand your concern. Actually, it is very important to make a proper diagnosis first, and then we can start treatment accordingly. Given your prolonged pain and recurring hives, it could be related to conditions like arthritis or autoim... Read Full »
Can acupuncture help in treating my persistent hives?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 45-year-old woman who has been experiencing persistent hives and has explored various treatment options but it does come back. I have an absolutely clear medical history and am not under any medication. Do you think acupuncture might help? I have heard it is really beneficial. Ho... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Regarding your symptoms of persistent hive and questions about acupuncture, acupuncture involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the skin. it is a Chinese traditional medicine. It aims to restore bala... Read Full »
How to know whether I am allergic to mango or not?
Query: Hello doctor, I have mango allergy, and I am wondering if mango concentrate can cause an allergic reaction. I had mango juice, and I did not break out at all, but last year I had an allergic reaction that was from mangoes or peel, that were hives and swelling. Before I turned 18, I was eating mangoe... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You need to identify which part of the mango are you allergic to and avoid it. Is it the juice or for the peal? Also, any particular variety of mango needs to be identified like banganapalli, alphonso, etc. If recurring with all the variety of mangoes then try to avo... Read Full »
I am suffering from chronic urticaria. Please suggest
Query: Hello doctor,So, I have hives, also known as chronic urticaria. Basically, I break out when the climate I am in is hot, or when I exercise. I visited my family doctor and he told me to get a blood test he also gave me a Cetirizine (Zyrtec) prescription which is 20 mg. I have been taking this medicat... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The blood test should determine what allergen is causing the problems in you. Sometimes it can be a combination of allergens. Once we know that we help you avoid the same and prevent the sensitivity reactions. Allergies and hypersensitivities are not cured by medicin... Read Full »
Can you suggest me a therapy to overcome heat allergy?
Query: Hello doctor, From one and a half year, I am suffering from heat allergy. Whenever I am exposed to the sun or when my body temperature rises, I get red hives on my body, especially on hands and chest. It usually lasts for 10 to 15 minutes and disappears. This happens when I am stressed, angry or dur... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your problem is a characteristic of cholinergic urticaria. It is a type of urticariawhere patients are allergic to their own sweat. So, whenever a patient sweats, for example, due to heat, sun, stress, or exercise. etc., the patient develops hives. Levocetirizine can su... Read Full »
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