Could the hives be related to RA? Do I need to modify my diet? Right now my right hand knuckles are swelling. I have had hives on both legs on the inner thighs all day- yesterday they were on both ankles, knees and upper arms. They ITCH, are red and swollen and are hot to the touch. I have had similar swelling for about 15 years but each flare up lasts longer, covers more areas and the itching seems to worsen. What do you suggest?
Q: I have RA, NHL,OA but my main problem right now is HIVES! !! I thought that the hives were allergy related but now
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10/12/10 12:47pm
sorry it took me a while to get to your question. I hope that by now either your hives have simmered down or you have seen a doctor (or maybe both). I have noticed that when my RA is flaring, it is usually a company by an increase in allergies. When your immune system is active, your histamine levels are usually higher, so the two can be related. However, an attack of hives as significant as yours warrants a check up by your doctor. You may be having an allergic reaction to one of your medications or food and in case is one of your meds, it's best that your doctor is aware of what's going on and they may also lead to help you with medication can ease the symptoms.
How are things now?
10/ 7/10 9:57pm
Wow, that doesn't sound like fun. I do have a friend who DoESN"T have RA (but does have Graves Disease, which is autoimmune), and something similar has happened to her a couple of times. When it happens, she is given a short course of prednisone...
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