skin allergies
Rash-causing immune reactions
Skin allergies are immune reactions that manifest on the skin—redness, itching, hives, or rashes triggered by contact with substances the body treats as threats.
Common culprits include nickel, latex, fragrances, and certain plants like poison ivy.
The doctor tested her for skin allergies after the rash appeared.
Distinguished from food allergies, which may also produce skin symptoms but originate internally.
- eczemaInflammatory skin disorder
- antihistaminesDrugs blocking allergic responses
- latexMilky plant-derived polymer
- urticariaRaised itchy skin welts
- fragrancesPleasant, crafted aromas
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- allergiesallergies, allergen, allergens, allergist, allergic reaction
- sensitivitieslight sensitivity, pain sensitivity, fragrance sensitivity, chemical sensitivity, touch sensitivity
- skin problemswrinkles, eczema, acne, lesions, blackheads
- skin conditionseczema, psoriasis, hives, rash, acne