Hives Support Group
Hives is a relatively common form of allergic reaction that causes raised red skin welts. These welts can range in diameter from 5 mm (0.2 inches) or more, itch severely, and often have a pale border. Urticaria is generally caused by direct contact with an allergenic substance, or an immune response to food or some other allergen. Hives can also be caused by stress.
Hi there! I’m 24 and I’ve struggled with Chronic Uticaria (hives) since I was a child. It comes and goes but when I get it I can get it continuously every day for up to 6 months. (I know there’s not a cause but of course things that can make it worse) I’ve got it at the moment and have been struggling in the heat. I’ve just started taking Fexofenadine every morning 2 hours before eating which helps through out the day but tends to wear off by the evening, and I struggle the most during the night. I was wondering if it would be okay to take another smaller off the shelf antihistamine such as cetirizine before bed?
also another tipes please do share! Thank you!
Anyway, at my allergist’s recommendation, I take 3 antihistamines a day: morning: generic Allegra or Zyrtec, 6 hours later: the opposite of whichever I took in the AM
6 hours later: same I took in morning
I also supplement with a homeopathic remedy called Boiron.
This routine keeps my hives away during the day and makes them recede quickly in the AM. The nights can still be hellish though.
Note: I’m also taking Xolair injection therapy, and I think that overall is what’s making the antihistamines work more successfully as my breakouts before X were gnarly and far more widespread.
I hope that helps!!