These hives can also occur along with other forms of urticaria. They may typically appear in young women and last for months or even years. The best treatment for hives is to find and remove the cause. This is not an easy task and often not possible. Antihistamines are usually prescribed by your dermatologist to provide relief.
Antihistamines work best if taken on a regular schedule to prevent hives from forming.
No one antihistamine works best for everyone, so your dermatologist may need to try more than one or different combinations to find what works best for you. Locate a dermatologist in your area . To purchase copies of this pamphlet, please click here . American Academy of Dermatology, 1999. All rights reserved.