An exaggerated body's immune response to certain allergens causes hypersensitivity reactions. Potential allergens are pollens, bee venom, drugs, food items, etc. Four types of hypersensitivity reactions are anaphylaxis, cytotoxic, immune complex, and delayed reactions. Examples include allergic rhinitis, conjunctivitis, drug-induced hemolytic anemia, contact dermatitis, food allergy, hay fever, angioedema, atopic eczema, erythema, etc.
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I have red bumps around my penis after shaving. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I had shaved my pubes and hair between my anus two days ago. A few hours after shaving, I experienced severe itching, so I applied moisturizer and baby powder. But today I noticed a few red bumps and rashes around my penis and between my anus. Also, the skin on my balls has become dry... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Some skin types are sensitive to blades, and the reaction that you described looks like hypersensitivity of your skin to the blade. Also, it could be because of using an unclean blade. I suggest you use the Montair LC tablet (Levocetirizine, Montelukast) two times a ... Read Full »