yoop, WranglerJohn, thanks for posting your experiences.
Hives ain't no joke, as you've pointed out. They can be a terribly life-disrupting problem. The underlying immune system dysfunction is often a sign that something more serious is going on, or that drastic lifestyle changes are necessary. Switching to organic foods isn't easy, but is probably the most commonly effective solution to severe allergy problems I've encountered in 25 years of medical practice. IMHO our current "factory farm" food production system is responsible for a host of medical maladies.
I have been pm-ing with logcutter and he's headed to the ER this morning for worsening symptoms. Let's all keep a good thought for him today.
