These symptoms can be very unpleasant and interfere with your daily life. If you suffer from skin allergies, let\u2019s take a look at some steps you can take to manage your symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Avoid Your Skin Allergy Triggers <\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"Man](\"https:\/\/carolinapinesent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/iStock-1226254449.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nWith any allergy, the best way to avoid allergy symptoms<\/a> is to avoid contact with your specific triggers. Therefore, it’s essential to know what causes your contact dermatitis. Several common culprits include cosmetics, jewelry that contains nickel, hair products, soap, rubber gloves, plants, bleach and detergents. However, other substances can trigger symptoms as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you’re unsure what’s causing your symptoms, your medical provider may suggest allergy testing<\/a> in the form of a patch test to help identify what substances irritate your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSoothe Skin With At Home Methods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There are many things you can try at home to help find relief for your symptoms when you’re having a flare-up. Options include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Cold compresses<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Oatmeal baths in cool water<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Calamine lotion<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Trying an over-the-counter anti-itch cream or antihistamine from LoRex Drugs or another local pharmacy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Prevention Methods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
You can also take certain steps to prevent or reduce your chance of experiencing contact dermatitis:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Use fragrance-free moisturizer after bathing to help seal in moisture (make sure to spot test first to make sure it doesn’t cause a reaction)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Wash new clothes before wearing them<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Wear protective clothing when near irritating substances<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
When To See a Medical Professional for Contact Dermatitis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
You should seek medical care if you experience any of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Your rash is severe or widespread<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Your rash involves your eyes, mouth or other sensitive areas<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The itchiness is preventing you from going about your day<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Your symptoms don\u2019t improve within a couple of weeks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Sometimes, at-home treatments aren\u2019t enough. In that case, your doctor may recommend prescription-strength treatments. According to the Mayo Clinic, you may be prescribed the following treatments for contact dermatitis:<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Steroid creams or ointments<\/strong> that are applied to the skin to help soothe the rash. Your doctor will give you specific instructions on how frequently and for what duration to apply it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Oral medication. <\/strong>In severe cases, pills may be required to help reduce swelling and itching or fight an infection that may have developed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
For more information or to schedule an appointment to have your skin allergy symptoms evaluated, contact Carolina Pines ENT<\/span> today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nWith any allergy, the best way to avoid allergy symptoms<\/a> is to avoid contact with your specific triggers. Therefore, it’s essential to know what causes your contact dermatitis. Several common culprits include cosmetics, jewelry that contains nickel, hair products, soap, rubber gloves, plants, bleach and detergents. However, other substances can trigger symptoms as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you’re unsure what’s causing your symptoms, your medical provider may suggest allergy testing<\/a> in the form of a patch test to help identify what substances irritate your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are many things you can try at home to help find relief for your symptoms when you’re having a flare-up. Options include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can also take certain steps to prevent or reduce your chance of experiencing contact dermatitis:<\/p>\n\n\n\n You should seek medical care if you experience any of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sometimes, at-home treatments aren\u2019t enough. In that case, your doctor may recommend prescription-strength treatments. According to the Mayo Clinic, you may be prescribed the following treatments for contact dermatitis:<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n For more information or to schedule an appointment to have your skin allergy symptoms evaluated, contact Carolina Pines ENT<\/span> today.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSoothe Skin With At Home Methods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Prevention Methods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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When To See a Medical Professional for Contact Dermatitis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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