Skin Allergy Treatment at Skinpase Clinic

Eczema (Atopic dermatitis)

It is a recurring skin condition that has been connected to an hyperactive immune system. This condition can appear anywhere on the body, although it frequently appears in the elbow creases and behind the knees. Skin dryness, redness, itchiness, and a scaly rash are the typical signs seen in eczema. Skin darkening and crusting also appear as two other common symptoms. Depending on the disease’s severity and phase, eczema symptoms could vary. Eczema commonly fades away in younger children. To avoid sudden symptom flare-ups, eczema patients must maintain long-term control of their condition.

Different Stages of Eczema

Eczema progresses via numerous stages. The symptoms vary slightly at each stage and evolve over time as the illness worsens.

Acute stage: At first, eczema rash appears as little pimples filled with fluid (vesicles). When scratched, these lumps may leak or peel. The skin is likely to be especially itchy, red, and inflamed during this stage.

Subacute stage: The rash will begin to change as the skin starts to heal. Instead of seeming blistered, it will be dry, crusty, and scaly. At this point, the rashes also appears to be less irritating.

Chronic stage: Scratching an eczema rash leads the skin to become leathery and thick over time. This is referred to as lichenification. The skin can also turn into black (hyperpigmentation). Flares occur regularly at this stage and typically get worse over time.

Common Symptoms

Typically, eczema begins as an itch. A rash appears when the skin is scraped. Eczema’s most common signs and symptoms are:

• A red, itchy rash

• Dry, rough, or scaly skin

• Small, fluid-filled blisters

• Cracked or broken areas of skin

• Oozing, weeping, or crusting

Treatments Options

Infants and young children that have eczema display a different outward appearance from adults. It’s critical to be aware of what to look for as your infant or child grows because the area and characteristics of eczema evolve. Atopic dermatitis (also known as eczema) has no known cure, however there are medications that is helpful to control this widespread inflammatory skin condition. Therefore, in order to receive the proper care, it is crucial to visit a qualified dermatologist.

• Moisturisers

• Over-the-counter topical steroids

• Prescription medications

• Treatments that alleviate skin inflammation

• Specialist-driven procedures

Pregnancy Related Skin Allergies

Your skin, hair, and nails can undergo a number of changes when you are pregnant. The majority happen as a result of changes in hormone levels or particular stimuli. Rashes can arise anywhere on the body and, depending on the root cause, it can look or feel in different ways. Pregnant women and the developing foetus should both be treated with the utmost care and safety when addressing skin conditions with oral and topical treatments.

Common Diseases and Treatments

Pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy

Pruritic urticaria papules and plaques of pregnancy (PUPPP) is a rash that commonly appears in the third trimester of pregnancy. PUPPP affects 1 in 130 to 300 individuals. It may begin as red, itchy patches on the stomach, particularly close to stretch marks, and then spread to the buttocks, arms, and legs.

Topical corticosteroids, oral antihistamine, and oral prednisolone are among the treatments for PUPPP.

Prurigo of pregnancy

Any trimester—first, second, or third—can have pregnancy prurigo. One in 300 people may develop this rash after giving birth, and it could last for a few weeks to many months. You could notice lumps that sting or are crusty on the arms, legs, or belly.

Pregnancy-related prurigo is treated with topical steroids and oral antihistamines. Moisturizers could be helpful as well.

Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy

Pregnancy-related intrahepatic cholestasis is most frequently observed in the third trimester. It is a symptom of hormone-induced liver damage. Approximately 1 out of every 146 to 1,293 pregnant people may have cholestasis.

Even though a rash isn’t always present, itching can be very bad all over the body, although it tends to be worst on the palms of hands and the foot soles. Ursodiol is a drug that can help lower the level of bile in your blood and treat cholestasis.

Pemphigoid gestationis

Pemphigoid gestationis is an autoimmune condition, where it causes a woman’s immune system to attack a particular area of her own skin. Although it more frequently happens during the third trimester, it can theoretically appear during any of the other two trimesters or even after birth. In mild conditions, topical steroids are utilised, however systemic corticosteroids are required in more severe cases.

Impetigo herpetiformis

Pustular psoriasis, more precisely impetigo herpetiformis, often appears in the second half of pregnancy. The rash can arise anywhere on the body and can be quite red, inflammatory, and crusty. Prednisone and other corticosteroids are used in the treatment of infected lesions.

Pruritic folliculitis of pregnancy

Lesions on the torso are where pruritic folliculitis starts, although it can migrate to other areas of the body. The lesions may mimic acne because they are pus-filled. This rare disease typically lasts two to three weeks and manifests in the latter two thirds of pregnancy. Topical corticosteroids, ultraviolet B light therapy, or benzoyl peroxide are the different forms of treatment.

Those patients undergoing skin allergy treatments must avoid the allergens that triggers the allergic reaction.They must observe the advice of the doctor and shape a life style accordingly.