Urticaria, or allergic rash - itchy red spots appearing on the skin. As a rule, the cause of the rash becomes allergic to a specific drug or food, as well as an insect bite. However, to the appearance of allergic rashes may also cause infection or stress due to the burst level of certain chemicals in the body - such as histamine. Histamine is released in the body when in contact with toxins or pollen. As a rule, the emergence of urticaria prone people suffering from allergies.
Allergic rash
Allergic rash may look different, appearing in a small area or hitting the skin over large areas of skin. The size of the affected area will vary from a few millimeters to several centimeters. In addition to the rash, urticaria may be associated with the formation of pustules or red scars. Allergic rashes may occur anywhere on the body, whether it's arms, legs or abdomen. According to statistics, urticaria affects about 5% of the population at some point in their lives. Men suffering from an allergic rash less often than women.
Typically, allergic rash lasts on the skin for one to two days, gradually changing the size and location. Urticaria may be accompanied by angioedema. Chronic urticaria lasts for six weeks and in 80% of cases not associated with any allergic reaction. In rare cases, the disorder can cause difficulty breathing and shock, however, as a rule, an allergic rash, does not threaten human health. Occurrence urticaria in children is most often associated with a viral infection.
Stress as a cause of an allergic rash
It is believed that the occurrence of hives may cause stress, but the stress by itself does not lead to the formation of urticaria. However, some studies indicate that emotional instability and stress can cause an allergic rash in addition to extreme weather conditions. Chronic stress and constant tension in many cases, lead to the appearance of urticaria, so taking care of your health, we must not forget the need to relax. Stress negatively affects the human immune system and hormonal balance, thus making the body more vulnerable to various diseases.
Stress as a cause of allergic rash - a phenomenon quite common: for example, at a constant and hard work and intensive training to a very important exam the first from the constant anxiety and psychological stress it suffers skin. It is for this reason that often there are various skin diseases - acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis, vitiligo and urticaria.
Urticaria caused by stress
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Most often, women become victims of stress because stress hormones upset the balance of estrogen
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in women. Stress-induced allergic rashes may occur suddenly absolutely without any obvious reason.
Before taking any steps to get rid of the rash, it is necessary to determine the cause of the urticaria - if it is associated with the occurrence of an allergic reaction to certain foods and medications, or stress. Studies show that an allergic reaction causes a rash in 5-10% of cases. In other cases, the root cause of urticaria it becomes stressful.
Chronic urticaria
Chronic urticaria is characterized by hives for more than six weeks and the regular appearance of it. In some cases, chronic urticaria is accompanied by angioedema.
Treatment of allergic rash
In most cases, an allergic rash disappears without need for treatment in a few days after the appearance, do not lead to any serious health consequences. In the most serious cases, the doctor may recommend specific medications or injections.
In order to prevent the occurrence of an allergic rash, people prone to allergic reactions should avoid certain foods and medications that can trigger allergies. Some assistance has a cool shower and a cold compress to reduce the damaged area of skin urticaria due to narrowing of blood vessels. In the event of urticaria should avoid exposure to the sun and hot water.
Since the release of histamine is one of the most common causes of hives, the doctor may prescribe a special antihistamines to facilitate rapid recovery. After determining the cause of urticaria may be prescribed steroids.
If an allergic rash regular, most likely, this is due to the use in food products or cosmetic use, which provoke an allergic reaction. In most cases, cause allergic nuts, fish, chocolate, dairy products, animal fur, deodorant.
Homeopathic remedies and compresses are used to reduce skin irritation and itching. Keep in mind that brushing damaged skin can only worsen the situation, so, no matter how intense the itch was combing the skin can not.
Certain treatment urticaria does not exist, but the main recommendations given above will help to relieve the discomfort and minimize the symptoms of an allergic rash.
