Contact
allergies are very common: 15 to 20 percent of the population in
Germany are sensitized and allergic to at least one of the most common
contact allergen.
Under a contact allergy is an allergic reaction of delayed type (type IV). The allergic reaction is limited to the skin area that had direct contact with the allergy trigger. During a sensitization occur here on allergic symptoms such as redness, itching, swelling, blisters, oozing rash, skin peeling after 24 to 72 hours after contact with the allergen.
Chronic contact dermatitis
On constant, repeated exposure to latex may develop a chronic inflammatory skin eczema with skin thickening, hardening and a strong coarsening of lichenification.
The triggers
Theoretically can be any natural or artificial substance to trigger an allergy. Some substances such as certain metals, fragrances or preservatives are particularly prevalent as allergens. Approximately 10,000 plants are suspected of causing an allergic contact dermatitis. Asteraceae such as arnica, sage, chamomile and yarrow are known for their allergenic effects emanating from tinctures (eg arnica tincture) or extracts (such as chamomile extract).
Diagnosis
The evidence of contact sensitization occurs after a detailed medical history and allergy diary, by a patch test. These substances suspected to be glued with a special patch on the back. After 24 to 48 hours, the patch is removed, the locations are marked and the reaction of the skin is evaluated on the same day and after 72 hours. Skin redness and hives indicate a contact allergy. The findings will be entered into an allergic fit.
What helps you with a contact allergy?
Once acquired a contact sensitization is not curable and there remains throughout life. Prerequisite for the consistent avoidance of symptoms of the allergy trigger (waiting) is. The therapy is aimed at the local treatment of symptoms with appropriate medication. Complications such as skin infections caused by fungi and bacteria have to be treated separately.
Skin care to protect
Careful skin care is required in every case. The fat-and acid mantle of the skin by using soap-free synthetic detergents (pH value between 5 and 6.5) and protective creams stabilized and made more difficult by the penetration of allergens. Under medical advice can always adjust the care measures to the current skin condition that varies by age, climate and environment naturally. With good skin protection is certainly smaller amounts of the allergen can be tolerated.
Our tips for contact allergies
Contact with the allergen and consequently avoided. This may mean changing your job or the abandonment of a particular hobby.
Individual taking protective measures: Protective gloves, skin protection foam, or skin cream.
For skin care, soap-free synthetic detergents (pH value between 5 and 6.5) and lipid-use bathrooms.
After each wash the skin barrier should be through appropriate management measures (emollient oils, ointments, etc.) are restored.
Existing eczema are treated with local application of medications (cortisone, Ichthyology and tar preparations, non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).
Complications such as skin infections caused by fungi and bacteria must be treated separately.
Under a contact allergy is an allergic reaction of delayed type (type IV). The allergic reaction is limited to the skin area that had direct contact with the allergy trigger. During a sensitization occur here on allergic symptoms such as redness, itching, swelling, blisters, oozing rash, skin peeling after 24 to 72 hours after contact with the allergen.
Chronic contact dermatitis
On constant, repeated exposure to latex may develop a chronic inflammatory skin eczema with skin thickening, hardening and a strong coarsening of lichenification.
The triggers
Theoretically can be any natural or artificial substance to trigger an allergy. Some substances such as certain metals, fragrances or preservatives are particularly prevalent as allergens. Approximately 10,000 plants are suspected of causing an allergic contact dermatitis. Asteraceae such as arnica, sage, chamomile and yarrow are known for their allergenic effects emanating from tinctures (eg arnica tincture) or extracts (such as chamomile extract).
Diagnosis
The evidence of contact sensitization occurs after a detailed medical history and allergy diary, by a patch test. These substances suspected to be glued with a special patch on the back. After 24 to 48 hours, the patch is removed, the locations are marked and the reaction of the skin is evaluated on the same day and after 72 hours. Skin redness and hives indicate a contact allergy. The findings will be entered into an allergic fit.
What helps you with a contact allergy?
Once acquired a contact sensitization is not curable and there remains throughout life. Prerequisite for the consistent avoidance of symptoms of the allergy trigger (waiting) is. The therapy is aimed at the local treatment of symptoms with appropriate medication. Complications such as skin infections caused by fungi and bacteria have to be treated separately.
Skin care to protect
Careful skin care is required in every case. The fat-and acid mantle of the skin by using soap-free synthetic detergents (pH value between 5 and 6.5) and protective creams stabilized and made more difficult by the penetration of allergens. Under medical advice can always adjust the care measures to the current skin condition that varies by age, climate and environment naturally. With good skin protection is certainly smaller amounts of the allergen can be tolerated.
Our tips for contact allergies
Contact with the allergen and consequently avoided. This may mean changing your job or the abandonment of a particular hobby.
Individual taking protective measures: Protective gloves, skin protection foam, or skin cream.
For skin care, soap-free synthetic detergents (pH value between 5 and 6.5) and lipid-use bathrooms.
After each wash the skin barrier should be through appropriate management measures (emollient oils, ointments, etc.) are restored.
Existing eczema are treated with local application of medications (cortisone, Ichthyology and tar preparations, non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).
Complications such as skin infections caused by fungi and bacteria must be treated separately.
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