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It seems that when I have heartburn I usually get hives.Or is it the other way around? Could it be the hives cause heartburn? Do you have any information
( 4 Jun 2007)

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Hives (urticaria) and hearburn (GERD, etc.) may be caused by particular foods (or food additives.)  Heartburn is typically a symptom and  not the cause of hives, nor vice versa. I would recommend you keep a daily "diet diary" of foods and symptoms and try to identify particular food triggers for your hypersensitivity reaction (hives) for at least two weeks.  Keep track of what you eat, how you feel, and your symptoms.

The most common food sensitivities are wheat, dairy, corn, soy, citrus, tomatoes, potatoes, shellfish, chocolate, peanuts and all processed foods. 

 You may also have other triggers for hives...some people are sensitive to sun or clothing which has been washed in particular detergents.  You may need the assistance of a trained health care professional to help you connect your symptoms with lifestyle factors.  http://www.countrydoc.com

Dr. Karen Benton, Naturopathic Physician 

answered by Dr K B N on 4 Jun 2007, 8:51:11

 

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