Hives on the face - an external manifestation of an allergic reaction. Recognize the disease can be a characteristic rash, reminiscent of those that remain on the skin after a nettle burn.
Symptoms of urticaria
Most of the hives appear externally. The main symptom of an increased allergic reaction to the skin is a pink or red rash, followed by:
- blistering;
- skin itching;
- headache;
- hyperthermia;
- violation of sleep.
The most dangerous complication for urticaria is a quincke edema. In this case, the patient is noted:
- edema of the larynx, tongue and lips;
- a nasal cough;
- labored breathing.
In addition, nausea, vomiting and even intestinal disorders are possible.
Causes of urticaria on the face
Hives are caused by exposure to an allergen or some external factors. Among the common causes of skin allergy experts identify:
- food products (eggs, chocolate, citrus, etc.), as well as food additives;
- cold and heat;
- Sun rays;
- insect bites;
- infectious diseases (rhinitis, tonsillitis, etc.);
- nervous disorders;
- interaction with animals or plants;
- medications.
Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, helminthic invasion, impaired liver and kidney function are among the possible causes of chronic urticaria.
Principles of treatment for urticaria on the face
For effective treatment of urticaria on the face and prompt elimination of its symptoms, experts advise first of all to eliminate contact with the allergen.
The number of anti-allergic measures includes:
- purification of the gastrointestinal tract with food allergy;
- sorbents for the removal of allergens;
- abundant drinking;
- hypoallergenic diet;
- taking antihistamines;
- application of external agents with antiallergic effect.
If there was a question on how quickly to remove hives on the face, experts recommend taking one of the traditional antiallergic drugs:
- Suprastin;
- Tavegil;
- Diazolin.
Or (which is preferable!) Antihistamines of a new generation with fewer side effects:
- Claritin;
- Zodak;
- Zirtek;
- Cetrin;
- Telfast, etc.
Perfectly eliminate the skin rash following gels and creams:
- Fenistil;
- Skin-up;
- Nezulin;
- La Cree;
- Epidel.
On the appointment of a doctor from hives on the face, hormonal ointments are sometimes used:
- Advantan;
- Loriden;
- Prednisylon;
- Hydrocortisone;
- Elokom et al.