After eating durian, many red spots appeared on my hands.
Jun 01, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wan
Introduction
The appearance of many red spots on the hands after eating durian may be caused by contact dermatitis, allergic dermatitis, eczema, or other reasons, and treatment should be based on specific conditions. Allergic dermatitis is usually triggered when the skin comes into accidental contact with allergens such as dust or mites, leading to symptoms like red patches and pain. It can be treated with oral ebastine tablets or topical application of cyproheptadine cream.
After eating durian, numerous red spots appeared on the hands, which may be caused by contact dermatitis, allergic dermatitis, eczema, or other reasons. Treatment should be based on the specific condition. Details are as follows:
1. Contact Dermatitis
This is usually a skin condition triggered by exposure to external substances such as pollen or animal fur. Under inflammatory stimulation, it may lead to red spots and itching on the hands. Treatment may include topical application of compound acetic acid dexamethasone cream or oral methylprednisolone tablets, under medical guidance.
2. Allergic Dermatitis
This typically occurs when the skin accidentally comes into contact with allergens such as dust or mites, resulting in symptoms like red patches and pain. Under medical supervision, medications such as ebastine tablets or topical cyproheptadine cream can be used for treatment.
3. Eczema
Eczema may be triggered by various internal or external factors and is characterized by symmetrically distributed blisters and papules. Under medical guidance, topical treatments such as desonide cream or tacrolimus ointment may be applied.
In addition to the above causes, similar symptoms could also result from dyshidrotic eczema, hand fungal infection (tinea manuum), or cherry angiomas. Avoid scratching with hands and maintain cleanliness of the affected area.
