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How Can Recurrent Hives And Cough Be Treated?
Active, athletic 12 year old male.. muscular. Sudden onset of severe hives/ rash / fever about 1 month ago. Treated with benadryl at hospital.. all seemed ok. Then recent onset of some type of virus/ flu and has had fever on and off x 2 weeks..recurrent bout of hives/ body rash and a deep cough especially when active and when going out into the cold then into the warm air. Feeling a little achy- recent onset of Osgood Schlatters disease in his knee.
Tue, 17 Jul 2018
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It seems that your child is suffering from an allergic reaction which can be treated with an antihistaminic medication once daily before going to bed or by corticosteroids if resistant to antihistaminic medications.
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It seems that your child is suffering from an allergic reaction which can be treated with an antihistaminic medication once daily before going to bed or by corticosteroids if resistant to antihistaminic medications.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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