Posted by lissa on March 25, 2000 at 22:59:12:

In Reply to: Allergies:Hives(face swelling)& Auto Immune Disorders posted by Monica Boyd on February 02, 2000 at 10:38:14:

Anissa,
Hello, I have HIVES!! My doc really has no clue he is a sweet man but, no clue. I can't seem to find one that is willing to help or to hear me out. I have an even rarer form of hives. I am allergic to cold. In the winter months I can't go outside I have to run building to building. I am bundled more than an igloo. I eat a popsicle and my mouth swells and lips are inlarged. I can't even take a shower in peace because of the temperature change in my skin. It's totally embarassing to work out at the gym because within 10 min. of starting I break out. Do you know anything more about this condition? Where can I find a doc that really KNOWS?? What are some of the questions I should be asking him/her? help, lissa