{"id":5662,"date":"2023-02-23T11:11:45","date_gmt":"2023-02-23T05:41:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lalpathlabs.com\/blog\/?p=5662"},"modified":"2026-08-03T15:38:57","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T10:08:57","slug":"skin-allergies-types-symptoms-and-diagnosis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lalpathlabs.com\/blog\/skin-allergies-types-symptoms-and-diagnosis\/","title":{"rendered":"Skin Allergies &#8211; Types, Symptoms, Causes, and Diagnosis"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><strong>Skin Allergies &#8211; Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Allergies are one of the most common chronic diseases. 30% of the population in India suffers from some form of allergy.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Allergy is an immune response to substances that are usually harmless. The substances that cause allergic reactions are <strong><em>Allergens<\/em><\/strong>. The common Allergens are<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Animals, especially furry animals<\/li>\n<li>Food, such as milk, gluten<\/li>\n<li>Pollen<\/li>\n<li>Bites of wasps and bees<\/li>\n<li>Pollution and Dust<\/li>\n<li>Mites and Molds<\/li>\n<li>Household chemicals and sprays<\/li>\n<li>Certain medication<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5731 size-full\" title=\"skin allergies\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lalpathlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/skin-allergies.png\" alt=\"skin allergies\" width=\"624\" height=\"203\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Skin allergies are a reaction to an allergen or irritant and can be caused by a variety of factors. When an allergen is responsible for triggering an immune system response, then it is an allergic skin condition.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>During an immune system response, the body makes an antibody called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lalpathlabs.com\/pathology-test\/immunoglobulin-ige-serum\">immunoglobulin E<\/a> (IgE). These antibodies respond to allergens. The symptoms that result are an <strong><em>allergic reaction<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>What are the causes of Skin Allergy?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Triggers that can lead to skin allergy include:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Latex<\/li>\n<li>Pet dander<\/li>\n<li>Poison ivy or poison oak<\/li>\n<li>Laundry detergent<\/li>\n<li>Soap<\/li>\n<li>Nickel<\/li>\n<li>Chemicals<\/li>\n<li>Insects<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lalpathlabs.com\/blog\/pollen-allergy-causes-and-diagnosis\/\">Pollen<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Sunlight<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5732 size-full\" title=\"causes of skin allergy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lalpathlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/causes-of-skin-allergy.png\" alt=\"causes of skin allergy\" width=\"624\" height=\"563\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2><strong>What are the types of Skin Allergy reactions?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The most common types of skin allergy reactions are:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Eczema<\/strong>: Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is the most common skin condition, especially in children. A common symptom of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lalpathlabs.com\/pathology-test\/allergy-eczema-screening-panel,-pediatric\">eczema<\/a> is dry, red, irritated, and itchy skin. Eczema is often linked with asthma, allergic rhinitis (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lalpathlabs.com\/blog\/hay-fever-symptoms-and-diagnosis\/\">hay fever<\/a>), or food allergy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hives<\/strong>: Hives (urticaria) are red bumps or welts that appear on the body. The condition is called acute urticaria if it lasts for no more than 6 weeks, and chronic urticaria if it persists beyond 6 weeks. Acute urticaria is most commonly caused by exposure to an allergen or by an infection. Acute urticaria can also be triggered by non-allergic causes such as heat or exercise, as well as medications, food items such as peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, insect bites, or infections.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Contact Dermatitis:<\/strong> Contact Dermatitis is a reaction that appears when the skin comes in contact with an irritant or an allergen. Symptoms can include a rash, blisters, itching, and burning. Soaps, laundry detergents, fabric softeners, shampoos, nickel, adhesives, nail polish, and latex gloves can all cause contact dermatitis.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Angioedema<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lalpathlabs.com\/blog\/what-is-angioedema\/\">Angioedema<\/a> is swelling in the deep layers of the skin and many times occurs in soft tissues such as the eyelids, mouth, or genitals. It is often seen together with urticaria (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lalpathlabs.com\/blog\/hives-causes-and-diagnosis\/\">hives<\/a>). Angioedema is called acute, if the condition lasts only a short time such as minutes to hours. Acute angioedema is commonly caused by an allergic reaction to medications or foods. Chronic recurrent angioedema is when the condition returns over a long period.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hereditary Angioedema:<\/strong> Hereditary angioedema is a rare, but serious genetic condition involving swelling in various body parts including the hands, feet, face, intestinal wall, and airways.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5733 size-full\" title=\"types of skin allergy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lalpathlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/types-of-skin-allergy.png\" alt=\"types of skin allergy\" width=\"624\" height=\"480\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2><strong>What are the symptoms of Skin Allergy?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>A skin rash is the primary symptom of an allergic skin reaction.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The rash may start as an itching sensation, a raised bump, redness, or any combination of:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Rash<\/li>\n<li>Itching<\/li>\n<li>Redness<\/li>\n<li>Swelling<\/li>\n<li>Raised bumps<\/li>\n<li>Scaling or flaking of skin<\/li>\n<li>Cracked skin<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5734 size-full\" title=\"skin allergy symptoms\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lalpathlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/skin-allergy-symptoms.png\" alt=\"skin allergy symptoms\" width=\"624\" height=\"440\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2><strong>What are the tips to prevent Skin Allergy?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The following tips can be utilised to take control of Skin Allergy:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Minimize time in direct sunlight<\/li>\n<li>Keep irritated skin protected with a moisturizer<\/li>\n<li>Avoid contact with irritants<\/li>\n<li>Avoid scratching rash or hives<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5735 size-full\" title=\"skin allergy prevention\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lalpathlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/skin-allergy-prevention.png\" alt=\"skin allergy prevention\" width=\"624\" height=\"272\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2><strong>How is Skin Allergy diagnosed?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If you see any of the symptoms of Skin Allergy, speak to your doctor today.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The doctor will consider your family, medical history, and your symptoms and may recommend the following tests to make a diagnosis.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allergynme.com\/discover-tests.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Skin test<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong> Your skin is exposed to small amounts of the proteins found in potential allergens. If you&#8217;re allergic, you&#8217;ll likely develop a raised bump (hive) at the test spot on your skin.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lalpathlabs.com\/test\/details\/S028\"><strong>Blood test<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong> Measures the amount of allergy-causing antibodies in your bloodstream, known as immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5736 size-full\" title=\"skin allergy diagnosis\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lalpathlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/skin-allergy-diagnosis.png\" alt=\"skin allergy diagnosis\" width=\"624\" height=\"348\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Skin Allergies &#8211; Overview Allergies are one of the most common chronic diseases. 30% of the population in India suffers from some form of allergy. &nbsp; Allergy is an immune response to substances that are usually harmless. The substances that cause allergic reactions are Allergens. 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