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SKIN ALLERGIES |
An alergic reaction in different parts of the human
body is the recurring problem being faced by many people all over
the world today. Skin alergies is also one of the most common
problems that cause allergic reactions on the skin in part or fully.
The portion of the body skin that exposes to the specific substances
or allergen that causes allergy is developing specific reactions.
Some of the most commonly known such allergens that cause skin
alergies include: latex, sunlight, yeast and some cosmetic
preparations or even external medications like ointments.
Latex allergy is the allergic reaction to typical elements present
in the natural latex / rubber. Rubber gloves, condoms as well as
some medical devices are believed to be major object that cause skin
alergies.
Sun allergy is also medically known as Polymorphic Light Eruption –
PLE, which is generally caused by the sunlight. The symptoms of
sunlight skin allergy usually include: skin irritations like itchy
or painful and often confused with hives. Such irritations appear
upon exposure to the sun or sunlight bringing onset of the condition
lasting from around 1 to 7 days in most of the cases.
Yeast alergies is caused by the fungus which is usually present on
the skin and in the mouth, intestinal tract and even vagina. This
may multiply in some peculiar conditions and harm the skin surfaces
or mucus membranes.
Allergic rashes involve changes in the color or texture of the skin.
Such skin rashes are often itchy and painful too. Some such rashes
are often caused by food alergy, insect sting or medications and may
last between a few hours and a few weeks in some cases.
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