Recently a rash of weird allergies have been taking place in Somervell and Hood County. People with very hyper-immune systems, mine included, have suffered from allergic or atopic dermatitis.
People with very hyper-immune systems who suffer from asthma or autoimmune disorders, usually have weird rashes on their skin for many reasons, and thus have aptly named "sensitive skin."
Typically the best things to do generally are to make sure that you skip laundry detergents unless they are hypoallergenic, and have no dyes or perfumes.
Bathing in hot water really upsets the skin. Try Lukewarm or even cool water. The skin loves it. Wearing cotton clothing is best for sensitive skin.
Medical treatment depends on how severe the rash is, and can include a combination of creams as well as medications. Conservative therapy with over-the-counter medications such as Cetirizine, or Loratadine, both are 2nd generation anti-histamine agents and don't cause sedation, is the first line mainstay.
Prescription oral medications such as Atarax or Hydroxyzine 25 mg by mouth every evening is commonly used. It is way stronger than Benadryl and can stop the itching, but has a major side effect of sedation.
Itching damages the skin almost to the point of disrupting the epithelial barrier. If scratching to the point of bleeding occurs, it is vitally important to apply an antibiotic ointment to the wound and keep open areas covered with bandages.
Keep your your skin moist and out of the sunlight makes it healthy and happy. Use a light moisturizer such as Laroche which has an SPF 15 rating. Enjoy the Spring!
People with very hyper-immune systems who suffer from asthma or autoimmune disorders, usually have weird rashes on their skin for many reasons, and thus have aptly named "sensitive skin."
Typically the best things to do generally are to make sure that you skip laundry detergents unless they are hypoallergenic, and have no dyes or perfumes.
Bathing in hot water really upsets the skin. Try Lukewarm or even cool water. The skin loves it. Wearing cotton clothing is best for sensitive skin.
Medical treatment depends on how severe the rash is, and can include a combination of creams as well as medications. Conservative therapy with over-the-counter medications such as Cetirizine, or Loratadine, both are 2nd generation anti-histamine agents and don't cause sedation, is the first line mainstay.
Prescription oral medications such as Atarax or Hydroxyzine 25 mg by mouth every evening is commonly used. It is way stronger than Benadryl and can stop the itching, but has a major side effect of sedation.
Itching damages the skin almost to the point of disrupting the epithelial barrier. If scratching to the point of bleeding occurs, it is vitally important to apply an antibiotic ointment to the wound and keep open areas covered with bandages.
Keep your your skin moist and out of the sunlight makes it healthy and happy. Use a light moisturizer such as Laroche which has an SPF 15 rating. Enjoy the Spring!
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