Hi doctor, I have had hives for a month. They are recurring in my feet, left leg, underarms and face. The rash is in one or more of those places every day. My left thigh has remained inflamed and covered with hives. I have kept a photo diary. I have seen a local dermatologist who did a punch biopsy. I will attach the report here for your reference. What follow-up would you recommend? Is that due to any allergy? I have a consultation in a few weeks with a different doctor. What questions should I ask? What are rare eosinophils? What is your overall impression of the findings? Is there anything that I should concern? Can you explain the histologic findings? I do want you to know that the report has an error. The punch biopsy was taken from my left hip. My abdomen has been completely free of any hives. They also did laboratory work, which was unremarkable. Also, I have a branch duct IPMN. I am 5'6" tall and weight is approximately 150 lbs. I do not smoke or take any medications. Except for the rash, 50 mg Zyrtec three times a day and 75 mg Hydroxyzine at night. I have not changed anything in my environment. Further, I travel extensively for my job and they appear regardless of where I am. Thank you.
Hi. Your history, clinical description and histopathology (attachment removed to protect patient identity) are most likely suggestive of urticaria. Urticaria is an immediate hypersensitivity reaction of the skin to various common triggers such as insect bites, infective focus elsewhere in the body, changes in the environment, certain painkillers, some foods such as seafood, peanuts and mushrooms, thyroid disorders, etc. Although immediate, the effect of each episode tends to last up to four weeks; wherein there will be a delayed release of inflammatory mediators, putting you at further risk for a new episode. For further information consult a dermatologist online -->