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Skin Allergy

Skin treatments in Singapore are not unheard of, there are skin clinics all over the city offering their services and packages but you can maintain a healthy and allergy-free skin with Healthsprings! 

Skin allergies are caused by allergens that may come from latex, common metals, animal fur, pollen, dust, or smoke; these are hard to disregard especially if you are living in a city like Singapore. Most skin allergic reactions are seen as scally, bumpy, and rough patches, so seeking proper treatment is a must.

Healthsprings Singapore has doctors onsite that can assess and give you the proper treatment in accordance to their diagnosis.

Diagnosis & Treatments for skin allergy

The proverb that ‘prevention is better than cure’ is absolutely true in skin allergies. The best way to prevent a skin allergy is to avoid the allergen totally.

It is possible to test for skin allergies with a skin patch test or skin prick test, depending on the sub-type of your skin allergy. A doctor would be able to advice you on the type of test suitable for you. However, testing may not reveal the culprit allergen. In such cases, recognizing the trend between exposure and appearance of rash is helpful in identifying the allergen.

In the event of a skin allergy occurring, home measures such as cool compress , loose clothing and moisturizers may relieve the symptoms while awaiting for the allergy to fade. Most skin allergies self resolve after the offending agent is removed. However, your doctor would be able to prescribe you anti-histamines and steroids to help you recover faster.

In rare cases, skin allergies can lead to a life threatening condition known as anaphylaxis, which manifests as wheezing, shortness of breath and giddiness. If such events occur, seek medical help immediately!

Unsure if you are having a skin allergy? Speak to your doctor and we would be able to clarify that for you.