Should you avoid certain foods when you have rove beetle dermatitis?
Apr 07, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wan
Introduction
Patients with dermatitis caused by rove beetles should generally avoid certain foods. It is not recommended to consume spicy and irritating foods, seafood, greasy foods, etc., as these may worsen the condition. In addition, alcoholic beverages such as beer, white liquor, and red wine can easily irritate the skin and exacerbate itching and inflammation, so they should also be avoided. It is advisable to eat more fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, lean meat, and similar nutritious foods.
Patients with dermatitis caused by rove beetles (Paederus dermatitis) should generally avoid certain foods. It is not recommended to consume spicy and irritating foods, seafood, greasy foods, etc., as these may worsen the condition. Specific analysis is as follows:
1. Spicy and Irritating Foods
Rove beetle dermatitis is a skin inflammation caused by bites from rove beetles, with main symptoms including skin itching, redness, swelling, and blisters. Spicy and irritating foods such as chili peppers, mustard, ginger, onions, and garlic can easily stimulate the skin, cause blood vessel dilation, and thereby aggravate itching and inflammation.
2. Seafood
Foods such as shrimp, crab, and shellfish are prone to trigger allergic reactions, which may exacerbate skin inflammation.
3. Greasy Foods
Foods such as fried snacks and barbecued items can increase the burden on the skin and impair skin repair and regeneration.
In addition, alcoholic beverages—including beer, white liquor, and red wine—can also irritate the skin and worsen itching and inflammation, so their consumption is not advised. Instead, it is recommended to eat more foods rich in nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin E, and zinc, including fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, and lean meats. These foods help boost immunity and promote skin healing and regeneration.
