Suggest Treatment For Hives On The Hands

Posted on Sun, 22 Jan 2017

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Question : After Fire Ants stings on both hand my Doctors gave me a shot and Z pack, next week another Z pack and referral to Dermatologist who gave perscriptions of anti itch (Doxepin Hydrochloride), Calobetasol creme, CeraVe creme, another Z pack then Increased treatment Prednisone 10mg 6 tablets for 7 days, 4 for 7 day then 2 for 7days. Hives began on finger from the stings, the rash started up to my elbows then shoulders and back down to waist, then on legs below briefs to 4 inches above my nees which is the XXXXXXX lines now down to my sockk tops. never on my face or feet

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us

I am dr.kakkar (dermatologist). I have gone through your query and i have noted your concern.

How is the response to treatment?do you still have hives? Do they itch or burn?
I request you to kindly upload a few images of your skin condition so that i am able to guide you better. You may upload images either in "Reports Section" or you may mail me the images at YYYY@YYYY with the subject line of the mail as Attention:Dr.kakkar.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar