How are hives diagnosed?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz answered:Hives are diagnosed by a physician through visual inspection and interviews. In the interviews, the doctor will seek to understand what food and/or medication has been taken, past history of allergies or hives, and how long the condition has persisted.Hives are diagnosed by a physician through visual inspection and interviews. In the interviews, the doctor will seek to understand what food and/or medication has been taken, past history of allergies or hives, and how long the condition has... More -
Hives are diagnosed based on their appearance. Your doctor may ask questions to identify what is causing an allergic reaction. Occasionally, your doctor may suggest a skin or blood test to identify specific allergies.
Hives are diagnosed based on their appearance. Your doctor may ask questions to identify what is causing an allergic reaction. Occasionally, your doctor may suggest a skin or blood test to identify specific allergies. More
