Robert W. asked
I break out in hives at night, usually between 2-4am, mainly on extremities/hands, sometimes on the torso. This wakes me up and causes intense itching. I take Benedryl to stop the itching. I am 58 years old and this has been happening for 2-3 months. There have been no changes in detergents or cosmetics. The hives only occur at night, specifically between 2-4 am, and I have a rash that appears in different places each night. I also notice deep scratches on my skin from scratching in my sleep. What could be causing this and what can I do to prevent it?
March 4th, 2024
Amy J. answered
You likely have a condition called urticaria, which is characterized by hives caused by an inflammat...
March 4th, 2024
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