In modern society, we are witnessing the rapid development of industrial technologies. Cases of man-made disasters have become more frequent. These factors lead to a deterioration in the state of our ecology, which in turn significantly lowers human immunity. With reduced immunity, the body is not able to fight harmful substances entering it. This causes multiple allergic reactions.
An allergy can appear as a reaction to anything: food, dust, blooms, pets, sun, etc.
Allergy symptoms
| Itchy skin | Sore throat | Burning | Dyspnea |
| Hives | Nausea | Rhinitis | Vomit |
But the main symptom of an allergy is a rash on the body in the form of red spots. Spots may appear in one place or spread over the entire surface of the body. Their sizes are different: from small pimples to large spots. It depends on what type of allergy the patient suffers from.
Types of allergies on the body:
- Hives
- eczema
- Dermatitis
- Psoriasis
- acne
Causes
The skin is our protection. It helps in removing harmful substances from the body. But it also participates in the process of absorption of useful ones. A large amount of histamines leads to allergies and skin rashes.
If spots appear only at the point of contact of the body with the allergen, we can talk about skin dermatitis. Contact dermatitis is caused by interaction with chemicals, paints, decorative cosmetics, various cleaning products. Such an allergy can manifest itself both immediately and after 2-3 days.
Spots on the body do not always indicate the presence of an allergy. They can manifest themselves as a result of various infections and viral diseases. These rashes are accompanied by elevated body temperature.
Consider the causes of spots on the body as an allergic reaction. Food. Spots on the body are most often found precisely as a result of food allergies. The products with the largest number of allergenic properties include:
| cow milk | Strawberry | Eggs |
| Grape | Seafood | Cranberry |
| nuts | Potato | Citrus |
In this case, it is necessary to track which of these products has a rash and exclude it from the diet. This type of allergy, such as eczema, can appear upon contact with various objects. These include belt buckles, coins, jewelry. A variety of hair dyes, ointments, a variety of medicines for external use. It should be noted that eczema very often appears against the background of severe stress.
People who work at chemical enterprises fall into the risk zone.
On duty, they have to constantly contact with the allergen. Most often, such an allergy manifests itself on the hands. Spots on the face are indicative of eczema or contact dermatitis. Most often occurs due to decorative cosmetics, various creams. The rash on the face, in most cases, also affects the eye area.
Spots on the child's body indicate diathesis . It's because of the food. As a rule, it manifests itself against the background of the use of sweets, with which parents try to appease and indulge the kids. You can get rid of such a disease only by eliminating allergen products.
Hives and pimples cover the skin due to contact with the sun. This type of allergy is called photodermatosis. It appears immediately after a person enters the ultraviolet. To get rid of a rash in the form of spots, you need to minimize your exposure to the sun. If you are relaxing by the sea, in the country, in nature, be sure to use sunscreen and sunbathe only in shady places. Sun cream or lotion must be applied half an hour before going outside. If you get out of the water, immediately blot your skin with a towel, do not leave drops of water on your body.
Itchy red spots indicate that the patient has a disease such as atopic dermatitis. This disease is chronic and often manifests itself in winter, in the cold season, and not, as we are used to, in spring and summer. Affected areas of the skin are sometimes thickened.
There is such a disease as neurodermatitis. It is characterized by itchy rashes, the skin becomes rough and dry. Often appears on the neck, on the bend of the elbows and knees.
In many cases, the use of medications causes allergic manifestations. Therefore, all medications should be used only as prescribed by the doctor in those dosages that are prescribed. It manifests itself against the background of taking antibiotics or analgin. This allergy most often manifests itself on the legs and arms. When taking penicillin, inflammation and redness of the skin occurs, itching is possible.
When bitten by various insects, red blisters often cover the skin. This is due to the absorption into the blood of poisons secreted by them. Spots on the body can become inflamed and itch. Appear after the stings of bees, ants and wasps.
Not infrequently, hormonal imbalance is manifested by allergic spots on the skin. With such a failure in the body, doctors often prescribe hormonal drugs, hormonal oral contraceptives, which cause allergic reactions.
Due to a sharp change in climate and an interruption in temperature, the skin can become covered with hives. A rash on the neck occurs due to prolonged exposure to sweat, pollen, animal hair, a reaction to jewelry, washing powders.
Treatment
Since a rash on the body can be caused by various factors, you should, nevertheless, consult a doctor.
As a rule, if the case is not started, then the redness will disappear on its own. If this does not happen within a week, then it is worth taking up treatment. It is possible to diagnose the nature of the origin of allergic spots in various ways.
- Skin tests.
- elimination tests. If a person is in constant contact with the alleged allergen, then this method is the most optimal. Works by exclusion. For example, in a food allergy, certain foods are excluded and the reaction is observed. If the rash goes away, then you should remove these foods from your diet.
- Blood test for immunoglobulins.
An ointment such as Radevit helps to quickly relieve inflammation and redness. Makes skin firm and resistant to external irritants. It contains vitamins A, D and E. An ointment consisting of medicinal herbs is called Traumeel. It has a healing effect, improves immunity, relieves inflammation. Among antihistamines, Fenistil-gel can be distinguished. Removes puffiness. Anti-inflammatory agent. Well moisturizes the skin.
If, after the inflammatory process, you have cracks and wounds on the skin, Bepanten ointment can handle them well.
Thanks to its antiseptic components, it effectively relieves itching. Among hormonal ointments, Advantan ointment has proven itself well. Prescribed by a doctor for eczema. But creams and ointments will only remove the external manifestations of allergies. To permanently get rid of annoying rashes that cause great discomfort, antihistamines in the form of tablets should be included in the therapy.
Some of them, like Zirtek and Tsetrin, do an excellent job with this problem. They do not cause drowsiness, and the effect of their action persists for a long time. Suprastin and Telfact help to remove skin rashes. Be sure to follow a hypoallergenic diet. After identifying the cause of the rashes, simply do not eat foods that provoke their appearance again and again.
Traditional medicine advises drinking parsley juice to relieve a rash. If you are worried about a rash on your face, use a natural quince mask. To relieve inflammation and itching of spots, wipe the affected areas with celery juice or viburnum berry juice. You can also use infusions of calendula flowers.
It is very easy to prepare a cream for a rash on the face at home. To do this, simply take raspberry leaves, mash them and mix with butter. Prepare yourself a decoction of nettle and drink half a glass three times a day. This, I will fight, will remove redness of the skin and remove toxins from the body.
Prevention of allergic spots
- Avoid contact with allergens.
- Take care of your nervous system. Don't get stressed.
- Regularly carry out wet cleaning in the house. Ventilate the room in the evening.
- Take off your street clothes at home.
- Change bedding regularly.
- Minimize contact with animals.
- Drink folic acid. Increases immunity. Creates a barrier to the penetration of malicious elements.
Allergic spots signal the presence of an allergen in the body. If it is correct, and most importantly, in time to respond to them, then everything will pass quickly and painlessly.
