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Allergy is one of the most common modern medical problems, and blisters on the skin are one of the symptoms of such a reaction. They often appear suddenly and cause a lot of inconvenience, but they can also quickly disappear. How to get rid of them, or even better to prevent such a problem?
Allergy symptoms and types of rashes
If a person is prone to allergies, he is well aware of symptoms such as watery eyes and a runny nose on contact with an irritant.
However, the coverage of signs is much wider:
- swelling;
- redness of the eyes;
- hyperemia of the skin;
- the appearance of a rash on the body;
- itching;
- temperature;
- nausea;
- sore throat;
- shortness of breath.
It is the rash that is a clear sign of the problem. It should be borne in mind that they can be associated with other diseases, for example, parasite damage, diabetes, hormonal disruptions, infections, etc.
Blisters are a lump or blister of fluid on the skin.
There are several types of such formations:
- small rash;
- large bumps;
- spots;
- bubbles.
The most common rash allergy is hives. Pimples begin to itch, turning red. When pressed, the center remains white.
As a rule, blisters appear on sensitive areas of the body, where many capillaries are located.
These include:
- wrists;
- elbow and knee bends;
- face;
- stomach.
The rash can spread to the legs and arms, back and chest. Severe itching is not the only problem. With an acute reaction, severe intoxication may develop, as well as Quincke's edema.
Reasons for the reaction
A similar blistering reaction occurs when an allergen enters the body. In this case, both internal penetration (food) and the contact form of the disease (reaction to cosmetics, clothing material, etc.) are possible.
Blisters on the body are the result of the release of histamine into the bloodstream. In those areas where there are many capillaries, vascular permeability increases, and allergy mediators react. All this provokes tissue edema and the corresponding symptoms.
Most often, allergies occur as a result of exposure to:
- food products (honey, eggs, nuts, citrus fruits, etc.);
- artificial additives and preservatives;
- cosmetics;
- household chemicals;
- medicines;
- frost and wind;
- ultraviolet radiation;
- chromium and nickel;
- an insect or animal bite;
- animal hair;
- costume jewelry;
- plants;
- clothing material, etc.
To successfully treat and prevent similar problems in the future, it is necessary to establish the exact cause of the allergic reaction. This can be done independently by observing the reaction of your own body to certain stimuli. An alternative option is allergy tests at a medical facility.
First aid
Allergy is a rather dangerous reaction of the body. If it is not stopped in time, a person risks his health, and sometimes his life.
As a first aid, follow these steps:
- Eliminate the source of irritation. If this is not done, the problem will not go away. In addition to exacerbating symptoms, you run the risk of acquiring chronic urticaria;
- It is necessary to drink an anti-allergic agent. It will block the production of histamine and relieve swelling. In difficult situations, the drug is administered intravenously;
- Relieve skin irritation. It is necessary to calm the inflammation so that the blisters on the body do not start to fester.
If you have all the necessary funds at home, you can do with independent measures. In case of an acute reaction, call an ambulance immediately.
Drug treatment
To achieve a quick effect and relieve symptoms of allergies, medications are used.
If the problem is related to the appearance of blisters on the skin, you should use the following medications:
- Antihistamines. Since allergies are associated with the production of histamine, this process must be blocked;
- Sedatives. Allow to relieve itching and relieve general tension, irritability;
- Glucocorticosteroids. Eliminate discomfort, relieve inflammation;
- Enterosorbents. They act on the cause of the allergic reaction from the inside, that is, they absorb irritating elements and remove them from the body, prevent intoxication. Used when eating food;
- Calcium preparations and vitamins (A, C, E). They help to reduce vascular permeability, prevent the formation of blisters on the skin;
- Antiseptics. For disinfection of the area of rashes. Additionally, you may need local anti-inflammatory drugs.
If a person is prone to the manifestation of allergies, especially in its chronic form, all these medications must necessarily be not only in the home medicine cabinet, but also be constantly in your purse or pocket when you leave the house.
Additionally, physiotherapy procedures can be prescribed in the hospital. This is mainly electrophoresis with the use of drugs. With the accumulation of exudate, the bubbles are forcedly opened and the affected area is treated with an antiseptic with anti-inflammatory drugs.
Folk remedies
To relieve the appearance of allergies and eliminate its consequences, folk remedies can also be used. Their advantage lies in the fact that the body is not once again exposed to drugs and synthetic substances. At the same time, certain ingredients can provoke an even more negative reaction in the patient, since herbs are also potential allergens.
In order to get rid of blisters on the body and reduce itching, decoctions for baths and compresses, homemade ointments are used. In addition, they are also used to disinfect the surface of the skin, relieve inflammation.
The best tools are:
- decoction of the string;
- decoction of chamomile;
- ointment from mother-and-stepmother with fresh milk;
- lard;
- decoction of oak bark;
- infusion of yarrow;
- vinegar diluted with water;
- a raw egg.
Alcoholic tinctures, for example, with cucumber juice, thyme, sage, or string, are considered good antiseptics. They need to wipe areas with rashes, especially if they are pimples with fluid and pus inside.
What not to do
Many people make the same mistakes that lead to complications and worsening of symptoms.
When blisters appear on the body, it is strictly prohibited:
- Scratch, no matter how severe the itching is. Otherwise, the rash forms a solid spot, the itching intensifies. An infection can penetrate through microdamages, suppuration will develop. Also, you can not open the bubbles yourself, especially without antiseptic treatment;
- Drinking alcohol. Sometimes allergies are directly related to the consumption of alcoholic beverages. In addition, during its treatment, drugs are used that are not allowed to be mixed with alcohol;
- Glue a patch over the rash. You can make lotions with medicines, but you can't stick pimples for a long time. Bacteria can accumulate under the patch, and diaper rash can form. In addition, sometimes the adhesive used to make the patch also provokes allergies;
- And, of course, the problem cannot be ignored. Sometimes delay can cost you not only external beauty and health, but also your life.
Prophylaxis
To prevent allergic blisters from appearing, you must follow the recommendations for prevention. This is especially true for those people who are faced with chronic urticaria, and young children:
- Limit contact with all potential allergens, or even better, get tested for allergy tests in advance.
- Cut back on foods that can trigger allergies. Pay attention to their composition, exclude questionable additives.
- Use less cosmetics and household chemicals of dubious quality, check the body's response in advance (sensitivity test).
- When washing dishes, washing, cleaning, protect your hands with gloves.
- Protect your skin from frost, wind and sun.
- For sensitive skin, use special care products and cosmetics, instead of regular soap, buy a hypoallergenic cream-gel and milk.
- Wear jewelry and clothing that does not irritate your skin.
- During the flowering season of certain plants (linden, ragweed, etc.), take a prophylactic course of antihistamines if necessary.
If you do have an allergy, always have the necessary medications on hand and do not ignore the symptoms.