going through a change in my life and moving also. I feel that has brought on these hives.Only had them for maybe 2days but they are itchy and seem to keep spreading.Including my face and especially my hands which are the itchest.
2006-10-25 18:45:14 · 9 answers · asked by ritab 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
thank you all for your input,I will try Benadryl.I haven't moved my home, it is my business that I'm moving along with other things going on in my life,I just feel stressed.This has only happened to me once 25 or more yrs ago.
2006-10-25 19:05:27 · update #1
Benadryl is an effective medicine, but when swallowed, it can cause you to fall into a deep sleep. I'm talking about being comatose for a full day or longer. Since you are in the process of moving, it may not be convenient for you at this time.
There is a skin lotion called Caladryl. It is a combination of calamine and benadryl which is applied directly to your skin. Caladryl is used to treat poison ivy or other forms of contact dermatitis. It is availabe without a prescription and can be found at your local pharmacy or Wal-Mart. Good luck with the move.
2006-10-25 19:08:29 · answer #1 · answered by AileneWright 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you useing the new place's water?
If you have Hives from Nerves you need to see a Doctor.
The suggestions I saw before I started typeing this are for Allergies. These products being mentioned stop loseing effect if over used so when it really becomes an allergy or your ill from something they won't work as well. I know from experience,.. some retarded doctors had my mom take Benedryle for years,.. I think it stopped being good after constant use for the first couple months.
2006-10-26 01:57:29 · answer #2 · answered by sailortinkitty 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try Aveno Oatmeal Soaks...a powder you put in the tub and soak in for a while...it helps decrease the itching.
Also, the more you scratch, the more histamines are released (which is what is making you swell and itch in the first place.) So scratching is the worst think you can do.
If your hives don't go away soon, check with a doctor, it could get worse or dangerous. They may be able to help you figure out what to do to stop that.
2006-10-26 05:37:49 · answer #3 · answered by Lizza 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do you have chiggers?? I hope not- try benadryl- which is the same as diphenyhydramine- try some relaxation techniques- lay down and close your eyes- think of a calm river flowing by, and your a laying under a cool shade tree, totally relaxed. Take a deep breath into your nose and slowly exhale- repeat 3 times and relax your muscles- Feel better yet? I hope so- D
2006-10-26 01:51:53 · answer #4 · answered by Debby B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hives from allergic reactions (which could be from stress) can be treated with Benadryl.
The spreading of the hives worry me though. Be aware of your airway. If the swelling spreads to your trachea you could suffocate. You should talk to a doctor about this.
Be careful!
2006-10-26 01:48:48 · answer #5 · answered by Nietzschean 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
are you around pets, or using a diff soap or laundry detergent. it happened to me before. i had a rash and developed hives in my stomach and body. i was so scared, later i found out it was the kitty litter that made me break out with allergies. i had to take benadryl, it worked real fast within a week my skin was good as new.
2006-10-26 01:50:46 · answer #6 · answered by black_metal_mist 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can try anti-histamine drugs, such as benadryl. it seems to work for most people, but if you're resistant to drugs, such as i am, you might want to go to your allergist or doctor for something stronger. i was perscribed atarax when i got hives. i believe my hives were caused by stress.
2006-10-26 01:55:33 · answer #7 · answered by confused 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i had them before they started in one area such as the arm then the shoulder then my legs. it faded away in 2 weeks and i never saw them again. it was brought out by stress in my case.
2006-10-26 01:57:54 · answer #8 · answered by Fred K 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
benadral
2006-10-26 01:47:45 · answer #9 · answered by becca j 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋