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An allergic rash is a dermatological problem that affects an increasing number of people. The list of allergens that cause skin lesions continues to grow as the number of people who undertake treatment for allergy symptoms continues. How do you know if you have an allergic rash? What are the causes of its appearance and how is it treated?
What is an allergic rash?
Allergic rash is one of the most common allergic reactions in our body. The rash can appear on the face, arms, abdomen, legs, or back and cause persistent itching or burning. Allergic rash is a problem that affects over 70% of children who live in cities. The growing number of people struggling with this ailment meant that prophylaxis, which requires avoiding contact with the allergen, has started to play an important role.
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An allergic rash can be caused by various factors and is often difficult to recognize. Skin changes that appear in the event of an allergic reaction are often confused with other dermatological diseases. Treatment of this ailment is usually symptomatic and temporary, and the drugs, creams and ointments themselves are applied topically.
If an allergy is suspected in a child, you can perform a mail-order blood test of the child for popular inhaled and food allergens.
Allergic rash – causes
Allergic rash, as previously mentioned, can be triggered by many factors. One of the reasons for the appearance of an allergic rash may be eating products that contain an allergen to which the patient is allergic. The most common foods that trigger an allergic reaction are cow’s milk, grains, eggs, some fruits, seafood, and foods that contain a large amount of preservatives and dyes.
Do you suspect you are allergic to any of these products? Perform a mail-order diagnosis of food allergy – tests for 10 allergens.
An allergic rash also occurs in people who take various medications. Preparations that may contribute to the appearance of an allergic rash include: penicillin or acetylsalicylic acid. Allergic skin changes occur as a result of contact with animal hair, insect bites, excess skin exposure to the sun or the use of cosmetics and chemicals with a specific composition. The most sensitizing chemical is formaldehyde.
Do you want to perform inhalation allergy diagnostics? Order a mail order blood test for popular inhaled allergens, including animal epidermis, fungi, pollen or mites.
Also check:
- Deadly whistle – laryngeal edema
- Know the allergy on your own skin – urticaria
Allergic rash – symptoms
An allergic rash appears as blemishes that appear as reddened lumps. These blemishes open fairly quickly and mucus can ooze from them. Allergic rash is accompanied by severe itching and often burning sensation, especially when it is irritated by scratching the skin. In the event of an allergic reaction, the skin may start to peel, harden and crack.
An allergic rash often turns into atopic dermatitis. This disease is diagnosed by skin dryness, lumps, itching, burning, peeling and damage to the epidermis. Atopic dermatitis usually affects the skin on the elbows, knees and wrists. An allergic rash in this condition can also appear on the face.
If you suspect an allergy in yourself or your child, do the Allergy testing package – diagnostic blood tests. This way, you will select an allergen that is bad for your body. You can buy the package on Medonet Market.
Allergic rash – treatment
The most important treatment for an allergic rash is to avoid contact with the sensitizing substance. However, if you have already come into contact with the allergen and you develop an allergic rash, consult a dermatologist before starting treatment. Your doctor will prescribe antihistamines or glucocorticosteroids to treat an allergic rash. In case of an allergic rash, it is necessary to properly moisturize the skin and use creams that are characterized by an uncomplicated composition. In some, more severe cases, a doctor may recommend desensitization, which significantly alleviates the symptoms of the allergy, and sometimes completely eliminates the problem.
For normal and combination skin prone to allergic reactions, we recommend HYDRA ESSENCE Moisturizing Gel-sorbet.
As a support for the treatment of allergic skin lesions, it is worth using the Tea recommended for allergies, which contains herbs that soothe the skin. For allergy symptoms, you can also make yourself a tea of Nettle Root. Allergic reactions are also reduced by Cordyceps extract – a powdered dietary supplement available at an attractive price on Medonet Market.