Skin allergies can cause dry, rough, and flaky skin that can become itchy and painful. Allergic contact dermatitis occurs when someone comes into direct contact with an allergen. Techniques to manage skin allergies include avoiding the allergen, antihistamines, allergy shots, and topical creams.
The term “skin allergies” is used to describe reactions that occur in allergen-sensitive skin. There are different types of skin allergies and people can experience the onset of allergies at any age. People with other types of allergies are at a higher risk of developing skin allergies, as are people with autoimmune diseases and asthma.
In someone with skin allergies, the affected skin becomes dry, rough, and flaky. It may swell into hives, develop a reddish color, or even crack and ooze due to irritation. Until the allergen is removed, the skin will progressively worsen and the patient will usually experience profound discomfort as the skin can be itchy and painful. Skin allergies can occur anywhere on the body and are particularly common on the face and arms.
Some people have skin allergies in the form of atopic dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis can be caused by exposure to environmental allergens such as pet dander and ingested allergens. Sometimes it can be difficult to trace the cause of this skin allergy, because the outbreak can occur several hours after exposure. Chronic atopic dermatitis can be a problem for many patients with skin allergies, especially when the allergies are caused by environmental factors, such as dust mites or pollens. Recurring bouts of dermatitis can also be an indication that someone is allergic to something and should be taken seriously if the patient has no known allergies.
Allergic contact dermatitis is a specific type of skin allergy that occurs when someone comes into direct contact with an allergen. For example, a person with an egg allergy might get contact dermatitis after handling eggs while baking a cake. Babies are also prone to developing contact dermatitis around the mouth when introduced to new foods. Allergic contact dermatitis is different from irritant contact dermatitis, a skin reaction that occurs when the skin is exposed to an irritant such as bleach.
There are a number of techniques that can be used to manage skin allergies. Avoiding the allergen if possible, and patients may also be given antihistamines to reduce the severity of the allergic reaction. Some patients may resort to allergy shots to reduce their sensitivity, and the outbreaks themselves can be managed with topical creams that soothe the itch and help resolve the allergic response. People who suffer from chronic dry, flaky skin due to allergies may want to consider using strong moisturizers, which will make the skin feel softer and reduce itching.
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