Dr Mosam Maroo's Allergy & Asthma Centre

Condition

Skin Allergy

Hives (urticaria), eczema and rashes — calming the flare and finding what keeps triggering it.

Skin Allergy

Allergy & Asthma Centre

Hiranandani Meadows, Thane

Itchy skin, hives and rashes are among the most common reasons people see an allergist. 'Skin allergy' covers several conditions — including urticaria (hives), eczema and contact reactions.

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Common Presentations

  • Urticaria (hives) — raised, itchy welts that come and go
  • Angioedema — deeper swelling of the lips or eyelids
  • Eczema (atopic dermatitis) — dry, itchy, inflamed skin
  • Contact reactions to something touching the skin
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What Triggers It?

Triggers vary widely — foods, medicines, infections, insect bites, heat, pressure or contact allergens. Sometimes, especially in chronic hives, no single trigger is found, and the focus shifts to controlling symptoms well.

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How We Diagnose It

A careful history guides testing. Skin prick tests, blood tests or patch tests may be used depending on the pattern, to identify triggers where possible.

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How It's Treated

  • Antihistamines and skin-directed treatments
  • Identifying and avoiding confirmed triggers
  • A step-up plan for chronic or severe hives
  • Good skin-care routines for eczema

Whether it's a sudden bout of hives or long-standing itchy skin, we help calm the flare and find what's driving it.

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