This has happened to me forever.I also get that nasty reaction with most medicines, even with aspirin!!. Should I go to an allergologist? How can I be normal and take any kind of medicines?
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Does benadryl help> Maybe eczema, not the worse thing in the world, just dry skin irritates it........I have to take mineral oil baths.
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OMG, go to your doctor!
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i had the same thig except not scalp an fingers an i drank different water/went to er doc gave me methylprednisoione,an benydryl, said it was food allergy or clothes, orsoap, but i was stessed out too,now i cant sleep cause im wired an drinkin onlt diet soda cause i didnt get the benydryl, try over the counter benydrl they gave me 2 25 mgs. plus a shot of steroidsan i slep no hives too.
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Sounds like Raynaud's Syndrome.  My mom and I both have this.  I've heard that there are some meds you could be given, but you're really best to just do your best to keep warm.  It's not usually harmful, but do talk with your doctor about it, as it can be a symptom of other circulatory problems.
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Uticaria, Angioedema & Anaphylaxis, Hives \n\nQuestion: \n     Since the beginning of September I have been suffering from severe hives, angioedema, fatigue and have had 2 anaphylaxis incidents. I have had a battery of blood tests which were all normal. Background to the severe onset of these symptoms is that I have been having swollen hands in the a.m. since March and elevated Blood Pressures since this summer. \n     As a result of all this, I have been diagnosed with Chronic Uticaria and Angioedema. I am taking the followign medications b.i.d. in order to try to control the hives: \nTagamet \nSingulair \nAllegra \n     In addition I take Terbutaline Sulf. 3 times a day (which makes my whole body shake). I've also taken three courses of steriods (Medrol Pack). \n     Still after all this medication, the hives seem to be worsening. I wake up in the morning covered with hives. I have started taking a 3rd dose of medication in the middle of the night. It's as if my body is building up resistence to the meds. \n     My doctor's tell me that 90% of the time a person with chronic hives never knows the cause. That most of the time it is a reaction to one's own self rather than an environmental cause. That the goal is merely to treat the symptoms and try to survive until they one day decide to turn off. \n     My family wants me to fly out of Alaska (where I live) to seek additional medical attention. They want me to see an Immuniologist or other medical specialist. I have already spent thousands of dollars trying to rememdy this problem. \n     My question is: Should I accept this diagnosis and only work to control the hives and other symptoms or is it worth the expense or further investigation? If I should be seeking additional medical attention, what kind of doctor's should I see? \n\nDr. Roby Answers: \n     The 90% of people who never learn the cause of their hives simply were never instructed in how to determine the causes. Everything has a cause. I think the primary thing you need to examine is the hormone changes you have undergone in the last few years. You should also try the Atkins' diet as well as avoiding the likely foods contributing to the problem as outlined in the food allergy section of my site. \n     See my section on "Hormone Imbalance" on the website. Many types of allergy have their basis in hormone reactions. This is particularly of ladies who experience increasing symptoms as they undergo hormone changes, usually in their late twenties or after the babies are born. \n     Check out that section and let me know how those characteristics apply to you and then I can get more specific. You may find some useful areas to explore in your search for medical solutions. Areas such as dietary changes, low level exercise and alternative approaches to solving medical problems. The lab tests are outlined there (get DHEA, estradiol and testosterone levels, also Thyroid and AM cortisol-all non-fasting, and finally Progesterone Antibodies for IgG and IgM). All these are available at any commercial lab. If your doctor won't order them let me know and I will. \n     After I see your lab results and you see the areas under hormone imbalance that apply to you, then we can discuss your treatment options.
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i get it too! it really is so annoying. but i'm allergic to cats and pet dander and also dust. but usually taking benadryl works. consult a doctor, and eat something! if i eat a piece of bread it generally dulls the feeling.
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SOUNDS LIKE AN ALERGIC REACTION TO SOMETHING IN THE LOTION.  IF YOU USE IT AND HAVE PROBLEM'S TRY TAKING A BENADRYL PILL. IF THAT STOP'S IT THEN YOU KNOW YOUR ALERGIC TO IT.
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It isn't really possible to have a true allergy to those things because they are just hormones...your body already has these hormones.  What sounds like might be happening is when you have an increased level of hormones (when you took depo, bc pills and had your baby) your body reacted to it by getting hives.  I might go see an endocrinologist, which is a doctor that specializes in hormones.  You could go see an allergist too.
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it could be an allergic reaction but it could also be some sort of infection...ask a doctor
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I also have the same problem and I usually get this more often in the spring and summer so I think, for me, it is allergy related.  I usually use a dab of Polysporin (antibiotic ointment) to help and it does.\n\nThe site listed has a lot of info on this subject.  Hope it helps!
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not me personally, but I have taken care of many patients with it. You may need to adjust your medications if it is recurring. See your doc.
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it could be allergies, and if you aren't careful it can turn into asthma.  But either way , go and see a doctor.
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you probably need to see a dermatologist.....it sounds like it might be eczema.......it happened to me a long time ago.
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I would check with a doctor.  I would normally think it was allergies, but when you say you have irritation only on the right side of your face, then that's a little different, check with the Doc.
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Hi, I'll bet the ER is right.  This sounds exactly like something that happened to my uncle.  They thought maybe the laundry detergent was culprit, only he hadn't changed detergents.  Come to find out he had a new pair of sheets and pillowcase.  So...have you tried new sheets lately? It could be that they are not 100% cotton and that could do it.  In his case the "sizing" they add to new sheets--even the cotton ones--was causing his rash and discomfort.  In this case, wash new sheets and pillowcases a few times before using them and that should help, and stick to the 100% cotton kind.  Also, if you suspect the laundry detergent, go back to another one that didn't bother you or even try Cheer.  It's the only one our family with allergies can use.  Good luck to you.  Oh, and the sluggish feeling you're having--that could be caused by the antihistamines the ER gave you.  Also allergies can make you feel that way too.  I hope this helps! :)
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prednol cortisone cream is what i'd use if i started getting itchy..but being cortisone, there is only so much you can use of it so often.  you should seek an allergy specialist that you can afford, do some research online on health sites and archives-most importantly, join an allergy yahoogroup to reach a wider audience of people suffering from allergies who'd be experienced enough to guide you in different ways.  make sure you drink lots of water, do some relaxation techniques if possible-find out about EFT-and know that you're not alone.  I've been on zyrtec for almost four years and I'm having trouble getting off it too-although mine come in the form of headaches and constant sleep need along with hives.  GOOD LUCK!!!  ps It's also DEFINETLY worthwhile for you to keep a food and activity diary to try and pinpoint any new allergens that may have come up in your life.
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You are having allergic reactions. Best thing for that is to take Benadryl. It works wonders. Ice an irritation if it's hot or swollen.