How can I manage my skin redness and itchiness?

Question

Hi doctor,

I have had a skin allergy for the last ten years, and have complete redness and itchiness. I was taking Cetzine. I am currently taking Atarax, Beiopos, and Fludac 10.

Please help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and understand your concern.

You mentioned that you have had a skin allergy for the past ten years and have been on Cetirizine. You are also on Atarax (Hydroxyzine 25 mg), Bepotastine besylate (antihistamine), and Fluoxetine (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor).

Can you describe the skin allergies that you have?
Does the redness and itchiness last for more than 24 hours, and does your skin return to normal once the allergy attack disappears?.
Do you have any history of food and drug allergies?

The term "skin allergies" may be atopic dermatitis (a condition that causes dry, itchy and inflamed skin), urticaria (a skin rash triggered by a reaction to food, medicine or other irritants), or other diseases affecting the skin. They may have similar, but not entirely the same form of treatment. I suggest you undergo a skin test.

The antihistamines you have been taking will help you, but it is important to know what causes it. The best way to treat an allergy is to avoid the cause. Even if you are taking antihistamines, but you get exposed to the trigger, the allergies will appear again. I would suggest you visit your doctor and identify the cause. It can be managed accordingly.

I hope this helps.

Please let me know if you need any help.

Thank you.

Answer 2

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I suggest you avoid the allergens. Reactions one and two (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity) mean that you are already sensitized to it and may develop clinical symptoms at any time.

Avoidance is the best form of treatment. I suggest you take an antihistamine to improve the allergy (consult a specialist, and take medications with their consent). I suggest you continue your current medications. If your allergy is not controlled, I suggest you take the tablet Loratadine (antihistamine) 10 mg daily for two to four weeks.

You can also try to maintain a food diary. List down all the foods you eat, and mark the ones that cause the allergy. If your allergy is still uncontrolled, I suggest you consult an allergist or immunologist for a blood test to assess your immune system.

I hope that you get your answer.

Please let me know if you need any help.

Thank you.