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Suggest Treatment For Skin Hives On The Neck And Shoulder

Hi. I seem to have hives on the back of my neck from my airline and towards my left shoulder. It s been like this for a few days. I have been under a lot of stress. Can that be the cause.? I also took a reactive but it isn t helping. Should I take a Benadryl? Is there anything else I can do?
posted on Thu, 6 Aug 2015
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Hi Dear ,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of skin hives on the neck and shoulder which are due to excessive heat, cold, environmental change, insect bite , pollen and some plants, pressure and sun exposure . It is the body's response to the trigger factor. Need not to worry. Stay in cool environment. I would suggest you to give cold compresses to hives several times a day to prevent from swelling and itching and take over the counter antihistamine drug like benadryl. The most important thing is to find the trigger factor. If symptoms still persist then consult dermatologist for proper examination and treatment. Doctor may prescribe other steroid cream, anti inflammatory drug or drugs that can suppress immune system. Doctor may perform skin test and challenge to find out the trigger factor.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Skin Hives On The Neck And Shoulder

Hi Dear , Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of skin hives on the neck and shoulder which are due to excessive heat, cold, environmental change, insect bite , pollen and some plants, pressure and sun exposure . It is the body s response to the trigger factor. Need not to worry. Stay in cool environment. I would suggest you to give cold compresses to hives several times a day to prevent from swelling and itching and take over the counter antihistamine drug like benadryl. The most important thing is to find the trigger factor. If symptoms still persist then consult dermatologist for proper examination and treatment. Doctor may prescribe other steroid cream, anti inflammatory drug or drugs that can suppress immune system. Doctor may perform skin test and challenge to find out the trigger factor. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari