Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Asked 10 months ago

Can you get hives from a fever?

My daughter had a high fever for two days, and now she has developed red, itchy patches all over her body. Is it possible to get hives from a fever, or is it something else?

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Varun Malhotra Varun Malhotra Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago
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Yes, high body temperature or viral infections can trigger hives, which are basically skin rashes. Keep your diet very clean, drink lots of water, and rest. Avoid heavy workouts until both the fever and rash are fully gone.

Ramesh Chandra Ramesh Chandra Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Beta, when the body heat rises due to fever, rashes or hives can break out on the skin. You can apply fresh aloe vera gel gently on the itchy areas for some cool relief, but do consult your doctor for proper medicines.

Sneha Patil Sneha Patil Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago

Yes, a viral fever can definitely trigger hives as your immune system reacts. Please consult a doctor for proper treatment.

Abhishek Roy Abhishek Roy Joined May 2026 6 months ago

True, viral infections that cause fever are a very common trigger for hives in many people. A doctor can prescribe a simple antihistamine to stop the itching.

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Ananya Sen Ananya Sen Joined May 2026 5 months ago

An immune response to a viral infection can manifest as both fever and hives simultaneously. While soothing lotions can provide temporary relief from the itching, getting a proper diagnosis from a physician is the safest approach.

Meenakshi Sundaram Meenakshi Sundaram Joined May 2026 5 months ago

My daughter got severe hives during a high viral fever last winter, and we were so scared. The pediatrician told us it is a common immune response to the virus. Just use a cold compress or lactocalamine lotion, but definitely show it to your doctor.

Nikhil Saini Nikhil Saini Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Yeah, I got these crazy itchy red patches all over my arms when I had viral fever last semester. It was so annoying to deal with during exams. Just take your meds and don't scratch them, they go away in a few days.

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