Allergy to the sun on the hands

With the advent of summer, it is time for rest and vacations. People massively tend to go to the sea, to the country house, to forest houses or just to relax in nature. Everyone is in a hurry to boast of a golden tan. But not everyone thinks about the harmful effects of sunlight. Everyone knows that prolonged exposure to the scorching sun leads to skin irritation and burns. But more and more often the sun began to cause allergies. Photodermatitis manifests itself to a greater extent on the face, hands and décolleté.

Symptoms of photodermatosis

Symptoms of the disease will be visible immediately. Exposed areas of the skin are covered with red spots. Then itching and burning of the skin will become noticeable. Rarely, there have been cases of manifestations of allergic rhinitis. Allergy is characterized by a profuse rash in the form of blisters, urticaria and Quincke's edema. The patient may receive first and second degree burns.

Prolonged exposure to the sun provokes dizziness, up to loss of consciousness. The patient has an unexpected increase in body temperature and a drop in pressure. In severe cases, asthma attacks and anaphylactic shock occur, which is very dangerous due to its ability to lead to death.

First of all, all these signs appear on the skin of the face and hands. At what, on different parts of the hands, different manifestations. If you do not start medical therapy in a timely manner, the rash will spread over the entire surface of the skin. For allergic manifestations on the hands are characterized by dryness, peeling, itching, the formation of papules, burning.

Types of solar allergies

• phototraumatic reaction. Occurs in absolutely all people after prolonged exposure to the sun. Manifested in the form of burns. In such cases, you must immediately move to the shade. This reaction is inherent even in a healthy body.
• phototoxic reaction. Manifestations are already more serious: blisters, swelling of the skin, eczema. This type of photodermatosis provokes the use of certain medicines, foods, cosmetics.
• photoallergic reaction. Appears as a result of reduced immunity. The rash spreads throughout the body and skin pigmentation changes. The skin becomes rough, rough. This type of reaction is typical for allergy sufferers. Symptoms appear even at the slightest contact with the sun's rays.

Causes of sun allergy on hands

Scientists distinguish endogenous and exogenous types of photodermatitis. The exogenous type occurs as a result of contact with the skin of certain substances that, when interacting with the sun, provoke a reaction. Or eating certain foods in the sun can cause allergies. This type of photodermatitis occurs when a large amount of toxic substances accumulate in the human body. Endogenous photodermatosis is a congenital pathology. Occurs as a result of standing systems and organs. Such patients suffer from weakened immunity and metabolic disorders.

Allergies are prone to people with Celtic skin type. An important role is played by heredity. Pregnant women should be especially careful - their body weakens and the immune system does not always cope with allergens. Some familiar products and things act as provocateurs. This may be the most common antibacterial soap. Its particles after use remain on the skin of the hands. As a result of exposure to sunlight, redness and itching occur.

Any perfumes, perfumes, deodorants and cosmetics, reacting with the sun, cause hives and burning of the skin at the site of application. Also, you can not use decorative cosmetics while on the beach. And not all essential oils are safe. Paradoxically, sunscreens are allergens if they contain para-aminobenzoic acid or benzophenones.

Before going out in the sun, it is not recommended to eat the following allergen products:

The use of the following medications provokes photodermatosis:

• Antibiotics (macrolides, antimycotics, tetracyclines);
• antihistamines;
• oral contraceptives;
• cardiological preparations;
• Corticosteroids.

If the composition of skin care products includes nettle, chamomile, quinoa, buttercup, then when interacting with ultraviolet radiation, they can cause dermatitis. And plants such as St. John's wort, clover, sweet clover provoke urticaria and Quincke's edema.

Allergy treatment

First of all, the patient should avoid contact with direct sunlight. If photodermatitis appears on the hands, use ointments and creams. These funds are divided into hormonal and non-hormonal, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial. The skin on the hands is less sensitive than on the face or in the décolleté, so choosing the right ointment is not difficult. Doctors often prescribe hormonal ointments to relieve symptoms as soon as possible, and then, as a general therapy, non-hormonal creams and ointments are recommended to consolidate the effect.

Hormonal ointments should be used very carefully and as directed by a doctor. The composition includes hormones, as a rule, of plant origin. Penetrating through the skin, they are quickly absorbed into the blood and begin their therapeutic effect. But do not use hormonal creams for pregnant women, so as not to harm the fetus. Let's take a look at some of them:

The following hormonal ointments have the maximum penetration depth and ultra-fast action: Dermovate, Haltsiderm, Galtsinonid. Among non-hormonal ointments, the choice is much larger. These drugs can be used on any part of the body, including the hands. The following non-hormonal remedies will help enhance skin regeneration:

From the influence of sunlight, the skin on the hands often becomes dry and the wounds begin to scar. It is not uncommon to find peeling of the skin of the hands. And if you do not pay attention to this, then such an allergic reaction will lead to chronic psoriasis, which will spread to other parts of the body (usually elbows and knees). To avoid this aggravation of the situation, moisturizers are used. Any greasy-based baby creams are suitable as such nutritional products. Cream La Cree is made on a natural basis. It contains walnut oil, avocado, string, violet extract. Fairly light cream, does not leave greasy marks on the body and clothes. It is prescribed for eczema, allergic dermatitis, dryness and cracks in the skin. Eliminates peeling of the skin after sunburn. It has no restrictions on the use - it is allowed even for newborns.

Another nutritious remedy can be called Emolium cream. It is applied to dry ulcerative formations of the skin of the hands and face, since these parts of the body are the most unprotected. Prevents dehydration of the skin after prolonged exposure to the sun. It is also used for the prevention of skin prone to allergic manifestations.

Cream and balm Lipikar is prescribed for allergic manifestations on the skin of the hands. In a short time, the drug eliminates peeling and roughness of the skin. Promotes rapid healing of wounds and regeneration of integuments. Thanks to its composition of shea butter and canola oil, it restores the lipid layer and subcutaneous fat. As an auxiliary substance, the cream contains glycerin, which allows you to moisturize the skin from the first minutes. Mustela cream strengthens the top layer of the skin and nourishes it. Very quickly relieves irritation and peeling of the integument. Due to its mild action, it is allowed to use children from birth and women during pregnancy.

Symptoms of photodermatosis, wherever they appear, must be treated from the inside. For this, antihistamines of three generations are used. The first generation includes such funds: Suprastin, Promethazine, Clemastine, Peritol. These drugs have a therapeutic effect fairly quickly, but do not last long. They also have a long list of side effects: nausea, vomiting, tachycardia, drowsiness, lowering blood pressure, headache, dizziness, heart rhythm disturbances. The first generation is used for the initial manifestations of allergies. With complications, these drugs are not advisable to use.

The second and third generations are quite modern drugs. During their development, all previous shortcomings were taken into account. Antihistamines of these groups in rare cases can cause adverse reactions in the form of headache or nausea. It does not have a sedative effect, so there are no restrictions on its use. Reduction of symptoms occurs within the first half hour after ingestion and persists for two days. Drugs such as Claritin, Zirtek, Kestin belong to the second generation, and Telfast, Erius and Acelastin belong to the third.

Any skin manifestations of photodermatitis on the hands indicate the presence in the body of a large amount of toxic substances. You need to get rid of them. Various sorbents will help with this. Sometimes it is enough to use only them to get rid of hives and dermatitis on the hands.

Sorbents that are intended for the treatment of allergies:

Folk remedies

If you feel burning and itchy skin on your hands after sun exposure, cool your hands under unsalted water. Treatment of photodermatitis on the hands is complicated by the fact that it is impossible to protect them from contact with the sun. Therefore, it is necessary to constantly resort to therapeutic and preventive measures. The Narodniks developed and tested a fairly large number of effective recipes.

Baths of herbs such as chamomile, hops, dandelion, string, nettle and St. John's wort will help soothe the skin and relieve itching. Herbs can be used any and in small quantities (at least two types). Cream-based compresses are often used to relieve symptoms. To do this, you can mix any baby cream with sea buckthorn oil. Lotions of lemon balm, mint and calendula are also used. An effective remedy for removing rashes and red spots is blue clay, which has healing trace elements. This remedy is predisposed to the absorption of gases and toxins. Apply it before bed. The result is achieved in a short time.

Eating beet juice helps to quickly get rid of rashes and itching. And celery juice, drunk three times a day, three tablespoons, will quickly remove toxins from the body. Mummy is indispensable for any treatment. This remedy is exclusively of organic origin. You need to use its solutions. It is sold in pharmacies in various forms, but the best is mummy in tablets. One tablet contains the daily dosage. It is simply diluted in a glass of water and drunk in the morning before breakfast.

Lotions from cucumber and potatoes will help to cool the skin. And radish seeds can be used to make an ointment. A spoonful of seeds should be crushed into powder, mixed with a small amount of hot water. This slurry should be applied to burns for 20-30 minutes. A compress of woodlice will quickly relieve irritation of the skin of the hands. It is applied to cleansed skin before going to bed. In the morning, remove such a compress and clean the skin with hydrogen peroxide.

Cranberries are quite common throughout the year. Therefore, it will not be difficult to prepare an ointment from their juice. For you need to mix the same amount of juice and petroleum jelly. The ointment is applied to the skin as needed. Another ointment is rice starch and glycerin. These ingredients are also taken in different quantities. After using it, the skin of the hands will accelerate its healing and become nourished and less rough. Simple honey will help to save from allergic manifestations.