Urticaria, also called hives, are red and itchy skin rash that usually develops in response to some allergen. The body releases histamines and other chemicals under the skin surface in response to the allergen, resulting in this rash. Acute urticaria is when hives last for less than six weeks.
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I have a severe pimple-like rash on my body that disappears with medication. What could this be?
Query: Hi doctor, I get red rashes on my body like pimples but they disappear after taking the tablet Cetirizine. I have consulted many doctors and some said that it was urticaria or some fungal disease. I am in dilemma. Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It seems to be hives rather than a fungal infection. For that, I have prescribed the antihistaminic drug tablet Bepotastine. It has a good effect on urticaria. If an antihistaminic drug cannot control hives then an oral steroid can be prescrib... Read Full »