What you can do to help your child with hives
If your child keeps getting hives, try to see if the episodes have a common factor, such as a particular food, medication or place. If you have an idea of what might be triggering the hives, tell your child's doctor during your next visit.
If your child is experiencing hives, you can give your child an oral antihistamine, which may relieve the symptoms. Your child's doctor or pharmacist can suggest a product. Ask your child's doctor how long to give the antihistamine after the rash has disappeared.
What your child's doctor can do for your child with hives
If your child’s hives have lasted for more than six weeks, make an appointment to see your doctor. They may refer your child to an allergist. The allergist may help identify the source of the hives or prescribe other medications to help with symptoms. However, often the cause of chronic hives is not identified.