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Suggest Treatment For Itchy Hives In Groin Area
Question: I have welps appearing on my skin,accompanied by itching. Most often in areas contacted by undergarments,any ideas. Tried to double rinse clothing,no luck,any ideas?
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Brief Answer:
Allergy to something
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for contacting HCM with your health care concerns
I am sorry to hear that you are bothered by hives from your undergarments. Despite double rinsing in the wash the rash still occurs. Are you using fabric softener? If you are then stop as this is the most allergenic additive we put on clothes. If you don't and still have rash then you could be allergic to the latex in the elastic of the undergarment. You may need to switch to not wearing undergarments.
You can continue to use benadryl or add topical steroid cream in the areas that aer the problem.
My last suggestion is to see an allergist and get tested to see what is causing your allergy. Then they maybe able to start immunotherapy to lessen your reaction.
In summary
1. stop fabric softener
2. Change type of undergarment
3. Not wear undergarments
4. Adding topical steroid cream to affected area prior to putting on undergarments
5. Allergy testing and immunotherapy
I hope I answered your question. Please contact us again if you have any additional questions
Allergy to something
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for contacting HCM with your health care concerns
I am sorry to hear that you are bothered by hives from your undergarments. Despite double rinsing in the wash the rash still occurs. Are you using fabric softener? If you are then stop as this is the most allergenic additive we put on clothes. If you don't and still have rash then you could be allergic to the latex in the elastic of the undergarment. You may need to switch to not wearing undergarments.
You can continue to use benadryl or add topical steroid cream in the areas that aer the problem.
My last suggestion is to see an allergist and get tested to see what is causing your allergy. Then they maybe able to start immunotherapy to lessen your reaction.
In summary
1. stop fabric softener
2. Change type of undergarment
3. Not wear undergarments
4. Adding topical steroid cream to affected area prior to putting on undergarments
5. Allergy testing and immunotherapy
I hope I answered your question. Please contact us again if you have any additional questions
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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