Hives on lower leg

[tlong111]

I get a rash on my lower leg that resembles hives. My legs are warm to the touch. Coool water and skin cream will releave intching temporarily.Heat tends to bring it on, and ice is the best relief. Cortizone creams are only a temporary help. If it is Hives, what is the best treatment?


This discussion is related to Lower Leg Rash.

[tlong111]

I have been taking OTC allegery meds with only limited results. It's pretty frusrtrating. I had a prescription for a cream that may have helped control, but far from eliminate the problem.

[Vanessa Lacuesta]

Hi

If this is hives, then oral antihistamines may be able to relieve the rash and the itching. Hives are usually secondary to an allergic reaction and the triggers have to be identified in your case.

Do you have any known allergies?

If yes, then the known triggers have to be avoided. Taking oral antihistamines may need supervision since this may lead to drowsiness. Do not take when you are operating machines or when you are driving by yourself.

Another differential would be a dermatitis or sweat rash. These skin conditions usually respond to hydrocortisone.