What to do about skin itching caused by allergies
Disease description:
There were a lot of willow catkins floating on the road on my way home from work today. After arriving home, my face became allergic and slightly itchy. I would like to know what should be done for skin itching caused by allergies.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
When skin itching is caused by allergies, the following measures can help relieve symptoms:
1. **Avoid Allergens**: Identify and avoid substances causing the allergy, such as foods, medications, pollen, etc., to prevent symptoms from persisting or worsening.
2. **Skin Care**: Keep the skin clean and avoid excessive scratching to prevent skin damage and infection. Cold compresses may be used—for example, gently applying a towel soaked in cold water or a towel wrapped around ice to the itchy area, which can help alleviate symptoms.
3. **Medication**: Under a doctor's guidance, topical medications such as calamine lotion or compound menthol cream may be used to relieve itching. If symptoms are severe, oral antihistamines such as loratadine tablets or cetirizine hydrochloride tablets may be taken to control the allergic reaction.
4. **Seek Medical Advice**: If itching persists or worsens, seek timely medical attention from a healthcare professional for targeted treatment.
By following the above measures, skin itching caused by allergies can be effectively alleviated.
