ALLERGY RASH

TYPES

Allergic Contact Dermatitis. This typically occurs when the skin exhibits an allergic reaction after contact or exposure to foreign material. This produces persistent inflammation in the body, irritating and itching the skin.

Common reasons include:

• Jewelry in nickel or gold
• gloves made of latex, rubber, and other chemical
• Cosmetics and skincare products that contain fragrances or chemicals
• Poisonous plants like poison ivy and sumac

Food Or Drug Allergies

Food. Your immune system perceives food proteins as hazardous compounds and attempts to combat them. Even a trace amount may cause allergies.

Medication. Side effects or adverse reactions to some medications may produce rashes.

SYMPTOMS

Some of the indications of an allergy rash include:

• redness of skin
• swelling or blistering
• itchy burning or stinging
• scaling or flaky skin
• painful hive-like or bulgy appearance

DIAGNOSIS

The primary diagnosis of allergy rash can be discovered through clinical evaluation. A thorough examination of your medical history can reveal information about the irritating agent. Patch testing can also identify the source of allergic contact.

A patch test involves the application of adhesive patches to your skin. Chemicals in the patches have been linked to allergic responses in the past. Your healthcare professional will examine your skin for 48 hours. Your provider will re-examine your skin after 48-96 hours.

TREATMENT

It is difficult to resist scratching the itchy affected area. Nevertheless, you need to stop yourself from scratching it as this can further irritate your rash. Moreover, the itching and swelling can be relieved through OTC medications and home remedies, like:

• Cream containing hydrocortisone
• Calamine lotion and other ointments
• Antihistamines
• compresses à Froid
• Oatmeal baths

Discuss treatment choices with your doctor for your particular rash. Moreover, it is also better to figure out what causes your rash so that you can avoid it.