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A Guide to Allergies
Skin Allergies
Skin allergies are the result
of many different factors. It may be a pet, a
particular food, or a reaction to medications.
Skin allergies can be embarrassing as well as
itchy and painful. While they can’t be
eliminated, they can be treated. There are
several types of skin allergies.
Dermatis is the inflammation of skin. It is
generally a rash resulting from contact with
metals, chemicals, rubber, plants, and pets.
Symptoms of dermatis are redness, swelling,
burning, stinging, itching, and blisters. These
symptoms generally appear on the face and hands.
Prickly heat can result in a rash that appears
for no apparent reason. It can be itchy, and
generally goes a way in a few days. Some people
do not even feel it, but other notice it. This
is common in small children who take medication
for seasonal allergies. Often, the back is the
only area to break out.
Uritcaria settles in the middle of the skin. It
is caused by eating a food you are allergic to
or a side effect of taking a medication. The
area often looks burned because it is light red
on the outer edges, and very red in the middle.
Eczema is an inflammation of the skin. The skin
becomes dry, itchy, and flaky. A red rash and
blisters often appear. It affects the face,
arms, elbows, and the back of the knees. Eczema
may be hereditary, but it is not known. The
symptoms generally begin in childhood. People
with eczema often experience hay fever and
asthma as well. Eczema is the hardest skin
allergy to treat.
Hives are red and itchy
blotches. There are 2 types of hives. Acute
hives last up to 6 weeks. They are caused by
food allergies, medications, bug bites, and
signs of diseases. Chronic hives are not very
common. The last indefinitely, on and off over
long periods of time. The cause is not known.
Some doctors believe them to be stress related.
Skin allergies can be embarrassing and painful.
They are time consuming to treat. It is
recommended that you see a dermatologist for any
skin discomfort. They can treat it with over the
counter products such as Benedryl, cortisone
creams, and allergy shots.
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