How long do hives last?


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Individual hives usually last two to 24 hours. Antihistamines are the most common treatment for hives. Hives typically are not associated with long-term or serious complications. ChaCha!

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Most hives go away within days to a few weeks. Rare individuals will have itches & swellings that come & go over years. ChaCha!

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Hives typically go away on their own. The duration of the rash depends on the cause and continued exposure.

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The hives generally come and go for 3 to 4 days and then mysteriously disappear unless you are still exposed to what caused them.

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