urticaria, Dermatology FAQ - Page 2

Suspected scabies? Last winter, I started developing red rashes in my groin area that felt bumpy to the touch. I consulted several dermatologists who diagnosed me with eczema, fungal infection, prurigo, and urticaria, but nothing seemed to improve. After researching online, I beg...

Skin issues After receiving the vaccine, my skin becomes red and itchy whenever it is stimulated. For example, areas where a rubber band snaps or where something scratches will turn red and start to itch. Sometimes this reaction lasts a long time, and other times it lasts only a ...

Urticaria occurs when not getting enough sleep? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my husband. For the past month, whenever he doesn't get enough sleep, he develops itchy hives, but they disappear after he sleeps. If he gets enough rest, he doesn't have any rashes...

Can medications for urticaria cause acne? Hello doctor, I have recently experienced an outbreak of urticaria and have been taking the following medications for about two weeks: Prednisone 5 mg (a corticosteroid), Chlorpheniramine 2 mg (an antihistamine), and Hydroxyzine 5 mg (an ...

Sun exposure can actually improve chronic urticaria? Hello, doctor. I have been suffering from urticaria for about 10 years without any significant improvement. Recently, I discovered that sun exposure seems to help alleviate my urticaria, but I am unsure of the underlying reason...

Patients with G6PD deficiency can use anti-itch ointments? I have favism, and recently I've been experiencing itchy skin that initially felt like insect bites. The itchy areas then became swollen and gradually expanded. The doctor diagnosed it as urticaria and prescribed ant...

If you experience itching after being diagnosed, should you see a dermatologist? My boyfriend was diagnosed in June, and after a month, his upper lip suddenly swelled (he does not have a history of allergies). He visited a dermatologist and took medication, but the symptoms recur...

Do I need to go to the hospital for chronic urticaria, or is it sufficient to visit a clinic? As a chronic urticaria patient, I find that my clinic doctor can only prescribe medication for six days at a time. This means I have to visit the doctor every week to get the same medica...

Multiple urticaria Hello Doctor: Since receiving the vaccine, my hands have frequently become red and developed many small rashes. I also often have elongated rashes on my buttocks, thighs, back, and chest. Initially, I consulted a dermatologist who prescribed me second-generatio...

Could you please tell me if my symptoms are indicative of solar urticaria? After about 30 minutes of sun exposure, the affected areas begin to itch, and upon touching, there is a noticeable increase in temperature. The skin in those areas becomes very wrinkled, and applying press...

When the body heats up, the skin becomes itchy/red? Hello Doctor: Since it has gotten colder this winter, my skin has become very itchy after my body heats up, with some areas turning red and even developing small bumps that resemble insect bites. The episodes occur during walkin...

Biologics for Urticaria and COVID-19 Vaccines I am currently suffering from acute urticaria, which has been recurring for two weeks. My doctor suggested that if there is no improvement by next week, I could consider receiving a biologic treatment. However, I have an appointment f...

Can individuals with cholinergic urticaria receive the AZ COVID-19 vaccine? Hello Dr. Li, my child had Henoch-Schönlein purpura in the first grade of elementary school and has not had a recurrence since then, now at 20 years old. However, after the second year of middle school, t...

Seeking the efficacy of measles medication? Hello doctor, due to my eczema, I have been taking antihistamines to manage it. However, recently whenever it flares up, I need to take up to 6 pills to feel relief, and it occurs every 1 to 2 weeks. Could this put any strain on my live...

Erythema Symptom description: 1. In the past month, there have been frequent occurrences of urticaria-like symptoms on the limbs (red scratch marks, swelling, mild itching), which usually resolve after 1-2 hours when exposed to cold water. 2. Some old wounds on the hands and feet...

Skin issues Hello, doctor. Since I developed urticaria on August 2, I have not improved despite taking medication. I usually experience this condition at least twice a year, but it typically resolves within a week of treatment. However, this time it has been nearly a month withou...

Daily urticaria? Hello Doctor: Since July of last year, I have been experiencing hives most evenings, which have affected my work and sleep. Initially, I thought it was related to my diet, but even after trying to fast for an entire day, I still experienced hives. Later, I consid...

In recent months, I have frequently noticed subcutaneous bleeding? In recent months, I have frequently noticed petechiae on my body, such as small red spots appearing after waking up. This was not common for me before, but now I often see these pinpoint-sized spots. Is this an in...

Unexplained red rashes and blisters on the body? Hello Doctor, in the past week or two, I have developed small red rashes on my body. They are as small as the tip of a needle and as large as a grain of rice, with colors ranging from bright red to deep red. Some of them are itchy,...

Suspected urticaria? Symptoms: 1. When pressure (such as pressing or rubbing) is applied to the skin, it becomes red and raised, resembling mosquito bites. 2. Foods with higher allergenic potential, such as pineapple, banana, and apple, now cause allergic reactions (previously di...