What causes hives on legs and arms in an infant?
Patient: my 6 month old woke up with hives on his legs yesterday and it also appeared on his arms during the day. i put desitin on it cause someone told me that might help and alot of the rash went away by this morning but then it started coming back agian today and it gets worse when he gets upset. is this something i should take him to the er for or can i just wait till his doctor appointment tomorrow? Doctor: Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you infant have symptoms of hives on legs and arms which occurs when body give response to some external stimuli or some kind of allergen. Introduction of allergen to skin cause release of some chemical which make the skin to as well. They are usually harmless until they cause problem like breathing problems, swallowing problems. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to :-- Give cold compresses to reduce itchiness . give cold compresses several times a day . - To find out the trigger factor which is a complicated thing , But the prevention of hives is the best thing one can do . So try to avoid the trigger factor . Consult dermatologist/pediatrician for proper diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe steroid therapy. Until then continue taking antihistamine drug 'benadryl'Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari