Can water and soil incompatibility cause urticaria?

Feb 24, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wenmin
Introduction
"Water and soil intolerance" refers to an adaptive reaction that occurs when the body suddenly changes its living environment, such as geographical location, climate, water quality, or dietary habits. During this time, the body is in a state of stress and prone to abnormal immune responses. Urticaria is a common skin allergic reaction characterized by symptoms such as skin itching and redness.

Generally speaking, whether "acclimatization syndrome" can cause urticaria (hives) depends on specific circumstances. If a person has a strong constitution, it usually will not lead to urticaria. However, if someone has a sensitive constitution, urticaria may occur. Detailed analysis is as follows:

Acclimatization syndrome refers to an adverse reaction the body experiences when it suddenly changes living environments, such as geographical location, climate, water quality, or dietary habits. During this time, the body is in a state of stress and prone to abnormal immune responses. Urticaria is a common skin allergic reaction characterized by symptoms like skin itching and red rashes. If an individual has a strong physical constitution, a stable immune system, and strong adaptability to environmental changes, the body can usually adjust and adapt well to the new environment without triggering abnormal immune reactions to various factors in the new surroundings. In such cases, it is unlikely that acclimatization syndrome would lead to urticaria.

However, if someone has an allergic constitution and a sensitive immune system, the body may easily mount an excessive immune response to certain factors in the new environment—for example, local-specific foods, pollen, dust mites, or certain minerals in the water. Under such circumstances, urticaria may develop.

Urticaria caused by acclimatization syndrome can generally be relieved by adjusting dietary habits and lifestyle—for instance, avoiding foods that may trigger allergies, ensuring adequate sleep, and engaging in appropriate physical exercise. If symptoms persist or are accompanied by severe discomfort, prompt medical consultation is advised to determine the exact cause and receive appropriate treatment.