How Long Do Viral Hives Typically Last?
Infections can cause hives, also known as urticaria, in some people. In fact, infections caused by viruses cause more than 80% of all cases of acute hives in children. The hives seem to show up as the immune system begins to remove the infection from the body. This sometimes happens one week or more after the illness begins. Usually, hives continue for about one or two weeks and then disappear. With this said, hives in some patients are gone within 24 hours.
John M. James, MD, is a board-certified allergist. He is also President of Food Allergy Consulting and Education Services, LLC. He has worked as a medical specialist in the field of allergy, asthma, and immunology for over 30 years. Dr. James received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Arkansas and his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Tennessee. He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology.
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