Allergic dermatitis

Allergic dermatitis, or otherwise diffuse neurodermatitis, occurs equally in both men and women.

Of the total number of cases of visits to a dermatologist, allergic dermatitis accounts for approximately ten to twenty percent. Most often, the disease affects infants and preschool children, with the likelihood of the disease decreasing later.

According to research, more than half of all patients suffering from allergic dermatitis have their first symptoms before the age of one, and in about ninety percent of cases, allergic dermatitis first manifests itself before the age of five. The risk of the disease decreases significantly after the age of thirty. Cases of the disease are recorded mainly in places with an unfavorable climate or environmental conditions. Allergic dermatitis can affect any area of the skin surface, including the face. The main symptoms are itching and rashes on the skin. There are a great many factors that can provoke allergic dermatitis, the most common of which include food, plant pollen, cosmetics and household chemicals, various medications, etc.

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Causes of allergic dermatitis

The cause of allergic dermatitis is delayed-type hypersensitivity of the body, which manifests itself in response to contact with an irritant. T-lymphocytes play a major role in the development of allergic dermatitis; as a rule, at least two weeks pass after contact with the allergen before the first allergic manifestations appear. In people with existing allergies, this period is reduced to three days. This is the main difference between allergic dermatitis and immediate allergic reactions. The development of allergic dermatitis can be influenced by genetic factors, poor ecology, and emotional disorders. The causes of allergic dermatitis include direct contact of the skin with a substance that causes hypersensitivity. At the moment, there are more than three thousand of them. They are divided into allergens of plant origin, metals and metal-containing substances, medicinal allergens, preservatives, etc. The risk of developing allergic dermatitis increases in the presence of damage to the skin.

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Is allergic dermatitis contagious?

There is no clear answer to the question of whether allergic dermatitis is transmitted. However, many researchers believe that the genetic factor is one of the causes of allergic dermatitis. There is an assumption that patients suffering from allergic dermatitis have congenital hypersensitivity and a tendency to skin irritation. Allergic dermatitis is not a contagious disease and cannot be transmitted from a sick person to a healthy one.

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Symptoms of allergic dermatitis

With such a disease as allergic dermatitis, the symptoms are in many ways similar to the manifestations of acute eczema. At the initial stage, fairly large red spots form on the skin, against the background of which small blistering formations subsequently form. There are usually quite a lot of them, and after they are emptied, traces remain on the skin, scales and crusts may appear. Their main mass is usually concentrated in places of direct contact with the allergen. But since the disease affects the entire body as a whole, secondary lesions can be localized in any other place. As a rule, these are small swellings, redness, blisters, etc., accompanied by itching.

Allergic dermatitis in adults

Allergic dermatitis usually appears for the first time at an early age and is accompanied by itching and rash. Allergic dermatitis in adults occurs in an acute form regardless of the fact that the allergen is constantly present in the body. The severity of allergic dermatitis in adults depends on age factors, environmental conditions, etc.

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Allergic dermatitis during pregnancy

In women suffering from allergies, allergic dermatitis during pregnancy may regress due to the production of cortisol in the body of pregnant women, which can suppress allergic reactions. After the onset of labor, its level drops sharply and the symptoms of the disease resume. But such a course of the disease during pregnancy is not always observed; in some cases, pregnancy can serve as an impetus for an increase in allergic symptoms. If a woman did not suffer from allergies before pregnancy, then against the background of hormonal changes in the body, a decrease in its protective functions and nervous conditions, its primary appearance during pregnancy is possible.

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Allergic dermatitis in children

Allergic dermatitis in children is considered a very common phenomenon. First of all, it is associated with insufficient formation of the immune and digestive systems, as well as the inability of the liver to sufficiently process harmful substances, resulting in an allergic reaction.

Allergic dermatitis in children manifests itself in swelling, itching, the appearance of blisters and red spots on the surface of the skin. Due to skin irritation, the child begins to scratch it, resulting in the formation of crusts, which cause the child a lot of inconvenience, causing irritability and discomfort. Allergic manifestations can occur on the forehead, cheeks, arms, legs, head. At an older age, they can be localized on the elbow bends.

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Infants

Allergic dermatitis in infants can develop both with artificial and natural feeding. It is generally accepted that this disease is based on a genetic predisposition. In turn, its development can be provoked by food products, problems with bowel movements, excessive sweating, excessive dry skin, exposure to various chemicals. According to studies, allergic dermatitis often occurs as a result of a negative reaction of the body to the protein of milk, eggs, fish, soy. The development of allergic dermatitis in infants can be facilitated by an unbalanced diet of the mother during the period of bearing a child, the use of highly allergenic foods, improper nutrition, as well as various risks and complications during pregnancy. There is also an assumption that the risk of allergic dermatitis is increased in children who receive nutrition in excess of the norm, since due to constant overfeeding, the body can show a negative response. Associated diseases such as intestinal dysbacteriosis, helminth infection, gastritis also play a role in the development of allergic dermatitis. The most common manifestations of dermatitis in infants are dry skin and diaper rash, flaky skin, redness and itching on the cheeks.

Allergic dermatitis in newborns is most often a consequence of unbalanced, improper or highly allergenic nutrition of the mother during pregnancy. The main symptoms of allergic dermatitis in newborns are redness on the cheeks, rash and itching. This disease can also occur in a newborn baby in cases where the pregnancy was complicated. Allergic dermatitis in newborns can occur with artificial feeding, as well as with breastfeeding.

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How does allergic dermatitis manifest itself?

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Allergic dermatitis on the face

Allergic dermatitis on the face most often occurs as a result of using low-quality or unsuitable cosmetics, which is why this type of disease usually affects women. Although, of course, men are also likely to develop this disorder, for example, when using creams, foams, gels and lotions before and after shaving. Food or medications can also cause an allergy on the face. Symptoms of allergic dermatitis on the face include reddening of the cheeks, rashes, swelling, itching. In extremely severe cases, tissue necrosis with scarring may develop.

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Allergic dermatitis on the eyelids

Allergic dermatitis of the eyelids is characterized by their swelling and hyperemia, the appearance of rashes, painful tickling irritation. The skin on the eyelids becomes hot, rough, dry or, conversely, moist. With the development of dermatitis on the eyelids, allergic conjunctivitis may join, accompanied by sticky transparent discharge, stinging in the eyes. With allergic dermatitis on the eyelids, the patient may be bothered by headaches, general weakness, chills. Such disorders most often occur due to the use of cosmetics or medications.

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Allergic dermatitis on hands and feet

Allergic dermatitis on the hands manifests itself in the form of symptoms such as itching and dry skin, its roughness and redness. Provoking factors for the development of allergic dermatitis on the hands can be household chemicals, cosmetics and medicines, food, wool, pollen, fungus, etc. Stress and overwork, an unbalanced diet can also affect the appearance of an allergic reaction.

Allergic dermatitis on the legs is quite common. The legs are covered with a rash, redness and itching appear. The affected area may include various areas of the skin surface of the legs - thighs, shins, feet. Allergies on the legs can be provoked by contact with irritating clothing, while constant friction and scratching of the affected areas leads to the formation of secondary damage - cracks, scratches, through which microbes can penetrate, as a result of which there is a risk of developing an inflammatory process. If an infection occurs, treatment with antibiotics can only worsen the situation, since many of them are allergens. That is why, to prevent the development of complications, you should avoid scratching the skin and the appearance of damage. Allergies on the legs can also be caused by such factors as food, fungi, bacteria, plant pollen, adverse environmental impacts, etc.

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Allergic dermatitis on the head

Allergic dermatitis on the head can be caused by diseases of the endocrine system, digestive tract, hormonal problems, psycho-emotional stress. Allergic dermatitis on the head can be caused by various cosmetics - hair masks, rinse-off conditioners, shampoos, hair dyes, hairsprays, mousses, foams and styling gels. In case of scalp pH disorders, the development of allergic dermatitis can also be affected by the use of poor-quality water containing impurities that cause irritation. The main symptoms of allergic dermatitis of the scalp are itching and peeling of the skin, the presence of redness and nodular formations, thinning and dullness of the hair, as well as hair loss and dandruff. If the allergy was caused by a fungus, the inflammatory process can cover the eyebrows, face, and auricle area.

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Allergic dermatitis on the eyes

Allergic dermatitis of the eyes affects the skin of the eyelids and may be accompanied by allergic conjunctivitis. In this case, an acute allergic reaction may occur to the use of drugs or cosmetics. The main manifestations of the disease are redness and swelling of the eyelids, swelling of the face, lacrimation and painful stinging in the eyes, itching, burning, and rashes. In chronic dermatitis of the eyelids caused by the use of drugs, the symptoms usually develop gradually: the skin on the eyelids first swells slightly, becomes thicker, and hyperemia appears. Then the skin dries out and wrinkles, and rashes and formations of various natures appear. Before the development of clinical manifestations, the patient is usually bothered by stinging, itching, or burning in the eyes. In this case, damage to the eyelids is usually symmetrical.

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Allergic dermatitis in the groin

Allergic dermatitis in the groin area manifests itself as inflammation of the skin in the groin area, the appearance of a rash, red spots, and itching. A local allergic reaction in this case can be caused by the use of cosmetics - soap, spray, gel or cream for intimate hygiene, etc., which contain substances that cause hypersensitivity in the patient. Allergic dermatitis in the groin area can be accompanied by itching of the vulva and scrotum. Synthetic underwear or microparticles of powder remaining on it after washing can also cause irritation if the patient is allergic to synthetics or components of washing powder.

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Allergic dermatitis on the back

Allergic dermatitis on the back can occur as a result of the skin being exposed to mechanical or chemical irritants. Its main manifestations are edematous surfaces on the back, the formation of small nodules, blisters, painful tickling irritation, and redness of the skin. The cause of allergic dermatitis on the back can also be wearing tight or synthetic clothing that causes friction and irritates the skin. With allergic dermatitis, the rash can spread over the entire back, accompanied by continuous redness of the entire surface of the skin or its individual areas.

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Allergic dermatitis of the genitals

Allergic dermatitis of the genitals can be caused by such reasons as candidiasis, hemorrhoids or anal fissure, pubic lice, helminthic invasion, scabies, emotional stress, etc. Psoriatic lesions usually appear as slightly protruding round or oval spots with a grayish tint and an erythematous base. Allergic dermatitis of the genitals can be a consequence of the development of seborrhea on the scalp. As a rule, it is characterized by itching of the genitals, the presence of lesions of a pale red or yellow-pinkish color. For seborrhea of the genitals, women are recommended to use special pads, which include a solution of basic aluminum acetate, as well as the use of ointments containing corticosteroids and various antipruritic agents.

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Allergic dermatitis on the abdomen

Allergic dermatitis on the abdomen can occur with direct exposure of the skin to an irritant, for example, with friction (physical factor), with the use of cosmetics or drugs (chemical factor), with an allergy to plants (biological factor). The area of contact dermatitis is equal to the area of contact with the allergen. With prolonged contact with the irritant, chronic dermatitis can develop. Diseases such as herpes, scabies, etc. can affect the appearance of allergic dermatitis on the abdomen. After a preliminary consultation with a doctor, local hormonal ointments can be prescribed for treatment, with weeping dermatitis, it is possible to use antiseptics, both artificial and natural - succession, pharmacy chamomile, oak bark, etc. If psychoemotional factors were involved in the development of dermatitis, sedatives can be prescribed. In the presence of concomitant pathologies, first of all, it is necessary to treat the underlying disease.

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Allergic dermatitis on the neck

Allergic dermatitis on the neck can manifest itself in the form of increased pigmentation and keratosis, itching, rash and redness. Allergic dermatitis on the neck can be caused by such irritants as sweat, cosmetics, various neck jewelry, food products.

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Allergic drug dermatitis

Allergic drug dermatitis, or toxicoderma, manifests itself in the form of multiple rashes on the skin that appear as a result of an allergic reaction to a drug or medication. The widespread occurrence of allergic drug dermatitis is associated with such factors as the uncontrolled use of drugs for self-medication, the emergence of new drugs. Toxic drug dermatitis, unlike its other types not associated with the use of drugs, in addition to skin damage, can affect the nervous and vascular systems, as well as mucous membranes. There are quite a large number of drugs that most often cause allergic drug dermatitis. These include penicillin, novocaine, streptocide, cyanocobalamin, etc. Fixed allergic drug dermatitis is characterized by the appearance of one or more round or oval spots about two to three centimeters in size, which change color over several days and acquire a brownish tint. Blistering formations may appear in the middle of such spots. After stopping the drug, the symptoms usually disappear in about seven to ten days. If the drug is taken again, the symptoms of the disease return and may be concentrated in the same place or in other areas of the skin.

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Occupational allergic dermatitis

Occupational allergic dermatitis is a group of skin diseases that develop under the influence of chemicals. This group is quite extensive and includes epidermitis, contact dermatitis, oil folliculitis, toxic melasma, professional ulcerative and warty formations, eczema, etc. Only erysipeloid is classified as an infectious occupational allergy. In addition to chemical and infectious factors, there are also factors of physical and parasitic effects on the skin. Occupational epidermitis occurs as a result of prolonged exposure of the skin to water, cutting fluids, organic solvents, weak acidic and alkaline solutions. The symptoms of the disease include sudden drying of the skin, its peeling, damage in the form of cracks, mainly in the forearms and wrists. There is no pronounced inflammation or infiltration of the skin. In occupational contact dermatitis, an acute inflammatory process occurs on the skin surface due to direct contact with an industrial irritant. Erythema, swelling, vesicular and vesicular formations with a serous or bloody-serous composition appear at the site of the lesion. The patient experiences a burning sensation in the affected area, pain, and less often itching. General signs are usually weakly expressed or not expressed at all. The more powerful the effect of the irritant, the more pronounced the symptoms of the disease. When exposure to the irritant ceases, signs of inflammation subside quite quickly and the skin again acquires a normal appearance. Occupational contact dermatitis usually occurs within a short period after contact with the irritant and is concentrated in the area of its impact on the skin. When developing occupational allergic dermatitis, as a rule, a latent period is noted first, which should be kept in mind when making a diagnosis. In many cases of occupational allergic dermatitis, the irritant provokes inflammation after repeated exposure to the skin.

Oil folliculitis appears on the surface of those skin segments that are exposed to contact with lubricating and cooling liquids, machine oils, distillates of coal tar, oil and shale, kerosene, gasoline and other hydrocarbons or hydrocarbon-containing substances. The lesions are mainly localized in the forearm and wrist areas, as well as on the skin of the thighs, abdomen, etc. Comedones and acne formations are formed in places where the irritant contacts the skin.

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Neuroallergic dermatitis

Neuroallergic dermatitis is an inflammation of the superficial layers of the skin associated with its hypersensitivity to the effects of internal or external irritants. Stress, diseases of the endocrine system, gastrointestinal tract, and weakened immunity can contribute to the development of neuroallergic dermatitis. As a result, there is an inadequate response of the immune system to the effects of various external and internal factors. Treatment of neuroallergic dermatitis is individual in each case, but general recommendations include strengthening the body's immune system, eliminating highly allergenic foods from the diet, and limiting water procedures. It is possible to take vitamin and mineral complexes and undergo physiotherapy procedures in agreement with a dermatologist.

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Food allergic dermatitis

It is believed that food products are the most common cause of allergic dermatitis. That is why, when such a disorder as allergic dermatitis occurs, a therapeutic hypoallergenic diet is necessarily prescribed. However, it should be taken into account that such factors as the state of the nervous system, genetic predisposition, skin structure, and hypersensitivity to any other substances also participate in the development of such a disease as allergic dermatitis of food. Food allergies can develop when consuming any product, most often these are various proteins, less often - fats and carbohydrates. The most common food allergens are eggs, fish, nuts, soy, legumes. The main signs of allergic dermatitis associated with food consumption are painful tickling irritation of the skin, urticaria, eczema, skin redness and rashes. If you have been diagnosed with a food allergy and the allergen has been identified using allergy tests, this food product should be excluded from the diet in the future.

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Diagnosis of allergic dermatitis

Diagnosis of allergic dermatitis is usually straightforward and is based on a doctor's in-person examination of the patient's skin. To clarify the diagnosis, allergy tests are also performed to directly determine the irritant that caused the allergic reaction. To perform an allergy test, solutions of the most common allergens, as well as sterile water, are injected under the patient's skin using a syringe. When a substance to which the patient is allergic is injected, the skin at the injection site swells and turns red. There are no side effects at the injection site. Allergy tests can only be performed after all skin lesions and signs of allergy have been eliminated. Diagnosis of allergic dermatitis is most often based on a dermatologist's in-person examination of the skin, as well as a comprehensive examination that includes a number of procedures, such as a study of the level of immunoglobulin E, a skin biopsy (in the case of an atypical allergic reaction). During the diagnostic process, the patient is also prescribed a biochemical blood test, a lipidogram (a blood test for cholesterol), a hematogram, and determination of markers of systemic inflammation.

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Treatment of allergic dermatitis

Treatment of allergic dermatitis is aimed primarily at completely limiting contact with the allergen. If an allergic reaction develops, you can use Skin-Cap cream to relieve itching. Zinc pyrithione, which is part of it, has antimicrobial and antifungal activity. Methyl ethyl sulfate, in turn, improves the absorption of active substances by the skin and their deep penetration, and also ensures long-term moisture retention. Skin-Cap ointment is applied to the skin surface two to three times a day until the condition is completely normalized. The duration of the course of treatment also depends on the severity of symptoms and the nature of the disease. Also, if allergic dermatitis develops, the patient may be prescribed a special therapeutic hypoallergenic diet, which is selected individually by the attending physician. Laser therapy methods can be used to treat allergic dermatitis, which have an anti-inflammatory, anti-edematous, healing effect, and also help normalize the state of the immune system. Before a laser therapy session, the affected areas of the skin are cleaned of serous or purulent contents. If scales or crusts have formed on the skin, it is exposed to IR radiation through several layers of gauze. To stop an allergic reaction, various antihistamines can be used - cetrin, zodak, erius, claritin, etc. It should be remembered that a timely visit to a doctor will help not only to choose the right treatment methods, but also to avoid the development of complications.

Treatment of allergic dermatitis of the eyelids

When treating allergic dermatitis of the eyelids, first of all, contact with the allergen is excluded. As a local treatment, it is possible to use celestoderm B ointment, which is applied to the affected skin surfaces of the eyelids two or three times a day. The duration of treatment is approximately seven to fourteen days. For internal use, a ten percent solution of calcium chloride is used, as well as antihistamines - claritin, suprastin, erius, etc. Prenicid, histimet, dexamethasone or prednisolone solution are instilled into the conjunctival sac.

Treatment of allergic dermatitis on the hands

Treatment of hand dermatitis depends on the severity of symptoms. In case of mild hand dermatitis, contact with the allergen should be avoided first. In order to determine what exactly the allergy is caused by, preliminary allergy tests are performed by introducing suspected allergens under the skin. Allergic hand dermatitis should be treated comprehensively, including the use of antihistamines, vitamin and mineral complexes, and a therapeutic hypoallergenic diet. Sedatives are used to normalize the patient's emotional state. Local treatment of hand dermatitis involves treating the affected skin with various ointments intended for the treatment of skin irritations, such as Skin-Cap ointment. The product is applied to the skin of the hands two or three times a day. Herbal remedies can be used in the form of lotions. For these purposes, you can use succession, chamomile, dandelion, etc. Ointments containing propolis and vitamins can also speed up the healing process. Radevit ointment can be used to treat the skin on the hands. It is applied in a thin layer to the affected area twice a day. If the skin on the hands is very flaky, a gauze bandage soaked in the medicinal ointment can be applied. If there are skin defects, they should be treated with an antiseptic before using the drug. Radevit ointment has an anti-inflammatory effect, improves tissue healing processes, reduces itching, helps moisturize the skin and enhance its protective functions.

Treatment of allergic dermatitis in adults

Treatment of allergic dermatitis in adults is characterized by a wider range of therapeutic agents compared to the treatment of dermatitis in children. Treatment of dermatitis can be effective only in the case of complete exclusion of contact with the allergen. A hypoallergenic diet is also of great importance, excluding foods that most often cause allergic reactions. Treatment for allergic dermatitis in adults is divided into external and internal, which are most often used in combination. For internal use in the development of allergic dermatitis, antihistamines are prescribed - suprastin, claritin, loratadine, etc. For external treatment, ointments and creams are used, both hormonal and non-hormonal, intended for the treatment of dermatitis. It should be borne in mind that damaged areas of the skin are not recommended to be wetted or treated with soap, it is necessary to protect the skin from exposure to cold, wind, friction and other damage. With the correct treatment tactics, normalization of the condition occurs within about two to three weeks. If the disease is not treated, it can become chronic. Competent treatment can only be prescribed by a qualified dermatologist after all necessary tests have been carried out.

Treatment of allergic dermatitis in children

Treatment of allergic dermatitis in children is a rather lengthy process, which first requires a thorough examination by a specialist. First of all, it is necessary to know what substance the child is hypersensitive to. After identifying the irritant, it is necessary to exclude it from the baby's environment. Antihistamines can be prescribed for oral administration in a dosage determined by the attending physician. These include diazolin, erius, etc. Erius in the form of syrup is prescribed to children from six to eleven months at 1 mg (2 ml), from one year to five years - 1.25 mg (2.5 ml), from six to eleven years - 2.5 mg (5 ml) once a day, regardless of food intake. Children over twelve years of age are prescribed the drug in a dosage of 10 ml. In case of severe skin irritation, it is necessary to treat it with an antipruritic ointment approved for use in children. Dietary nutrition is of great importance in the treatment of allergic dermatitis in children. All highly allergenic foods should be excluded from the diet. The diet and eating regimen should be balanced and adjusted by the attending physician. For example, if a child has an allergic reaction to eggs, all products containing eggs and their derivatives in one form or another are prohibited. It should be remembered that when choosing and using any medications for the treatment of allergic dermatitis in children, first of all, you need to follow the recommendations of a specialist. Remember that self-medication, like an advanced disease, can lead to the development of complications and deterioration of the condition, so if any alarming symptoms occur, immediately consult a doctor.

How and what to treat allergic dermatitis with?

To understand how to treat allergic dermatitis, you need to consult a dermatologist. After conducting differential diagnostics, allergy tests and establishing the causes of the disease, competent treatment can be prescribed. First of all, when treating allergic dermatitis, the factor that provoked it is eliminated. The patient is prescribed a hypoallergenic diet. If the disease is not severe, local treatment may be sufficient - creams or ointments containing corticosteroids. In severe cases, desensitizing drugs are used.

Ointments for allergic dermatitis

In the treatment of allergic dermatitis, various ointments can be used for local application. Skin-cap ointment for allergic dermatitis contains zinc pyrithione and has an antifungal and antimicrobial effect. The product is applied to the damaged surfaces two to three times a day. The duration of treatment is on average from two to five weeks and is determined depending on the severity of symptoms. In case of allergic dermatitis, it is also possible to use hormonal ointments. The hormone-containing ointment Elokom is applied to the affected segments once a day. The duration of use is determined individually. Celestoderm B ointment is applied to the skin two to three times a day, it is also possible to treat the surface of the skin with a waterproof bandage. The drug helps to relieve inflammation, has an antiallergic and antipruritic effect. The hormonal ointment Advantan is divided into several types, each of which is intended for different skin types. For very dry skin, use a greasy ointment, for a mixed type, it is better to use an ointment with a balanced content of fat and water, for wet skin, choose an ointment with a low fat content. The drug is applied to the skin once a day for three months. The ointment has an anti-inflammatory effect, reduces the severity of such signs of allergic dermatitis as swelling, rash, itching, redness.

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Zinovite cream

Zinovitis cream for allergic dermatitis helps relieve inflammation, has a calming and softening effect on the skin, relieves irritation, redness, itching, helps cope with skin peeling. Zinovitis cream contains zinc, dipotassium glycyrrhizinate, vegetable oils, and other components without dyes and fragrances. Indications for the use of the cream are allergic dermatitis, accompanied by painful-tickling irritation of the skin, redness, peeling, etc. The components of the cream also have an antifungal and antibacterial effect. The drug is used to treat the skin surface and is applied in a thin layer to the affected areas twice a day. The duration of therapy depends on the degree of manifestation of symptoms and is determined individually.

Folk treatment of allergic dermatitis

To relieve itching during the treatment of allergic dermatitis, the following folk remedies can be used: mix the contents of one package of baby cream with one tablespoon of juice squeezed from the leaves of the golden mustache plant, add one teaspoon of valerian tincture and a tablespoon of olive oil. The resulting mixture must be applied to the skin in a thin layer. Herbal infusions used in the treatment of allergic dermatitis are quite varied and can have the following components: tricolor violet grass, parsley, chicory are poured with a glass of hot boiled water and infused for about ten hours, after which the infusion is filtered and taken 1/2 cup three to four times a day thirty minutes before meals for one to two months. Then, after a short break (seven to ten days), the course of treatment can be repeated. Rose hips, viburnum flowers, and succession can also be used to prepare the infusion. For allergic dermatitis, blackcurrant branches are also used, infused for about ten hours. The finished tincture is drunk one tablespoon five to six times a day, and the affected skin can also be treated with the decoction. Blackberry leaves can also be used to treat allergic dermatitis. Several teaspoons of blackberry leaves (four to five) are added to 400 ml of boiling water and infused for three to four hours, after which they are taken half an hour before meals, ½ glass for thirty days.

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Nutrition for allergic dermatitis

Nutrition for allergic dermatitis primarily involves eliminating foods that cause it from the diet. If allergic dermatitis has developed for another reason or the allergen has not been identified, it is recommended to balance the diet and eliminate highly allergenic foods from the diet. For allergic dermatitis, it is not recommended to consume the following foods:

• Alcohol.
• Citrus.
• Eggs.
• Mayonnaise, mustard and other seasonings, spices and sauces.
• Nuts.
• Fish.
• Poultry meat.
• Chocolate confectionery.
• Coffee.
• Cocoa.
• Smoked products.
• Radishes, tomatoes, eggplants.
• Milk.
• Melons and watermelons.
• Strawberries.
• Pastries.
• Honey.
• Mushrooms.

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Diet for allergic dermatitis

A diet for allergic dermatitis may include the following foods:

• Boiled beef.
• Low-fat vegetable soups, possibly with the addition of cereals.
• Boiled potatoes.
• Butter and vegetable oil.
• Rice, buckwheat, rolled oats.
• Fermented milk products (cottage cheese, kefir).
• Green.
• Baked apples.
• Apple compote.
• Fresh cucumbers.
• Sugar.
• Tea.

As a rule, you should stick to a strict diet until your condition has completely stabilized and allergy symptoms have disappeared, after which, in agreement with your doctor, the diet menu can be gradually expanded.

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