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What Auto Immune Disease Causes Chronic Hives?
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Diseases with Similar Symptoms
Several diseases have similar symptoms and may occur with COPD.
Acute Bronchitis
A virus usually causes acute bronchitis. In most cases it does not require treatment. The cough it produces typically lasts for 7 - 10 days. In about half of patients, however, coughing can last for up to 3 weeks, and 25% of patients continue to cough for more than 1 month. Acute bronchitis may be a warning sign of future problems in some patients.
Asthma
The classic symptoms of an asthma...
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Hives
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Hives are raised, often itchy, red welts on the surface of the skin. They are usually an allergic reaction to food or medicine.Alternative... Read more »
Hives (Urticaria)
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
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Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease: Causes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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