I have had chronic hives off and in for years. Rescentmy mire often and lasting longer. I had two biopsies. They came back confirming this plus EAC eurythma annulara centrifugrum. Bloodwork at the same time shows a streptococcus virus .. the bacterial virus is showing through my skin instead of usual ways:(. Never heard of this. Dermatologists started my on a high dose of penicillin and an oral hydrocortisone and topical ointment for relief. My Internet suggested to take the shingles vaccine or one for skin Problems Newly approved. Not sure of names. I d like to get your opinion comments etc. thanks.