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How To Overcome The Hives And Joint Pain?
Hi I have broken out in hives now for the second time. 1st time they lasted for 9week took Benadryl and Claritin plus prescription lotion. Now they are back. They are only on my sides along rib cage. Plus now I have extreme joint pain. I have no medical insurance either. My gall bladders been removed. I've had gastric bypass 10years ago very successful.
Mon, 30 Dec 2013
Hi,
The hives you are having along rib cage and extreme joint pain could be related to herpetic infection. Could you please send in a picture of your current skin problems to assist you further?
You need to get checked by a dermatologist to rule out/diagnose herpes zoster and get proper treatment. In such cases, must take antiviral therapy.
Dr.Sonila
The hives you are having along rib cage and extreme joint pain could be related to herpetic infection. Could you please send in a picture of your current skin problems to assist you further?
You need to get checked by a dermatologist to rule out/diagnose herpes zoster and get proper treatment. In such cases, must take antiviral therapy.
Dr.Sonila
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