Contact allergy: description Contact allergy is an exaggerated reaction of the immune system to a certain substance with which the skin has come into contact. The affected skin areas react allergically, they become inflamed and itchy. Contact allergy is relatively common. About eight percent of adults in Germany are affected – women more often than … Contact allergy: Triggers and treatment
Definition A sun allergy is usually understood to be a skin reaction caused by excessive sunlight (UV radiation), which can take place in different forms and requires different treatment. Causes The term sun allergy covers many symptoms and reactions of the body to light, UV and heat radiation. One of the most common skin rashes … Solar Allergy
Symptoms Usually a short time after prolonged exposure to the sun on unprotected skin, the first symptom is a painless redness. This goes unnoticed and is often mistaken for the onset of sunburn. In contrast to sunburn, sun allergies lead to the formation of pustules that become visible in the reddened skin area. Mostly parallel … Symptoms | Solar Allergy
Therapy Once a possible sun allergy has been diagnosed, prolonged sunbathing and long exposure times should be limited. Furthermore, the skin should be covered when exposed to the sun and protected with high factor sunscreen. Furthermore, the more dangerous midday sun should be avoided completely. Especially in patients who have to take medication that can … Therapy | Solar Allergy
Sun allergy in children Children can also be allergic to the sun with various types of skin rashes. Just like in adults, red spots, blisters or nodules can form, which in most cases cause a distinct itching. In children, too, the rash in the case of a sun allergy is limited to those parts of … Sun allergy in children | Solar Allergy
Summary In case of a sun allergy, skin changes occur characteristically after prolonged exposure to the sun. These consist of: The reactions begin during or after exposure to the sun. They can be intensified by certain drugs or substances taken, such as St. John’s wort. A diagnosis is initially made by questioning the patient about … Summary | Solar Allergy
