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Suggest Treatment For Itchy Rashes Caused By Hives

What can be given to a child that has allergic reactions to antibiotics? The first one was omniceft,(not spelled correctly). Then she was given a sulfa drug, bactrim, with no problems. She has been given that twice with no problems. Then third time her entire body broke out with HIVES horrible, itching hives. Then she was finally given prednisone, which had her bouncing off the walls,This first started when ahe was 8 months old, now she is 7 years old. She has seen an allergic, was allergic to a very common grass, feathers,dust , just the regular things. the Dr. wanted to give her more of the antibiotics just to make sure. we said NO, we were sure already. Thank you and I hope you can give us some advice. L.L. t \
Thu, 17 Mar 2016
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Hi Dear ,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern.As per your query your child have symptoms of itchy rashes caused by hives whih can occur due to our environment , heat , cold , pressure and sun exposure . It is the bodies response to the trigger factor . Insect bite , pollen and some plants can also cause hives .The most important thing is to find the trigger factor. 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. If symptoms still persist the consult dermatologist for proper examination and treatment . Doctor may perform skin test and challenge to find out the trigger factor . Doctor may prescribe other steroid cream ( mometasone) , anti inflammatory drug or drugs that can suppress immune system. Herbal tea and aloe vera gel are also very helpful. Stay in cool environment.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Itchy Rashes Caused By Hives

Hi Dear , Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern.As per your query your child have symptoms of itchy rashes caused by hives whih can occur due to our environment , heat , cold , pressure and sun exposure . It is the bodies response to the trigger factor . Insect bite , pollen and some plants can also cause hives .The most important thing is to find the trigger factor. 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. If symptoms still persist the consult dermatologist for proper examination and treatment . Doctor may perform skin test and challenge to find out the trigger factor . Doctor may prescribe other steroid cream ( mometasone) , anti inflammatory drug or drugs that can suppress immune system. Herbal tea and aloe vera gel are also very helpful. Stay in cool environment. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari