Skin allergies are the most common allergies in children. The second most common is food. Respiratory allergies, which are more common among older children, is the third most common.
Skin allergies in children are an immune response to certain substances, known as allergens, which the body perceives as harmful. They manifest on the skin in various forms, such as rashes, hives, eczema, and contact dermatitis. It’s crucial to consult your child’s healthcare provider if your child’s symptoms persist, worsen, or interfere with their daily activities. Remember, early detection and treatment are key in managing skin allergies in children.
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CAUSES
Allergies occur when the body negatively reacts to certain substances.
These can include, but aren’t limited to:
dust mites
dyes
food
fragrances
latex
mold
pet dander
pollen
In some cases, skin allergy symptoms show up when the skin comes into direct contact with an external substance. In other cases, the allergen may be ingested or inhaled. Signs may also appear in conjunction with other types of allergy symptoms, such as headaches, congestion, sneezing, and runny nose.
How can allergies affect your child’s skin?
If your child comes in contact with an allergen, they may develop contact dermatitis. Their skin may appear red, itchy, scaly, bumpy, swollen, they touch, inhale, or eat an allergen, they can also develop hives. These are raised welts that can develop on their skin, and they’re almost always itchy. Some children with allergies also develop eczema. This condition causes their skin to become inflamed, itchy, and irritated, even when they haven’t made contact with an allergen.
Treatment: You can treat allergic contact dermatitis by:
avoiding the irritant
applying prescription steroid cream
healing the skin with medications
taking antihistamines to relieve itching
How do you find out what your child is allergic to?
Sometimes all your doctor needs to do is take a good history to help decide what your child should avoid. A good history is where your doctor listens to your concerns, ideas, and expectations. Your child’s history may be enough for the doctor to help suggest what to eliminate first. Not all skin reactions are allergic reactions. Your doctor can help determine the cause of your child’s skin reaction.
If a test for allergies is needed, your doctor will usually do a patch test or a skin prick test. The process involves the introduction of small amounts of allergens into the skin. If a reaction occurs, then your child may have an allergy to the substance. Your doctor will use various substances based on environment and family history. Sometimes a blood test is used for diagnosis, but these may be less accurate, particularly in very young children.
How do you manage skin allergies?
Skin allergies happen at any age, but the CDC says they are most common in young children. Thankfully, the severity tends to decrease with age. But it’s still important to address any unusual skin changes in your child early before complications ensue. Proactive measures are important in preventing recurring skin allergy symptoms in your children. Even if a rash goes away, it can come back if your child is exposed to certain triggers again. The best way to treat these allergies is to detect the cause early and prevent it from getting worse. Work with a pediatrician to make sure your treatment addresses all of your concerns and issues.
Eczema
About 1 in every 10 kids will develop eczema. Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, is an inflammatory skin condition characterized by red rashes that itch. It usually appears in children ages 1 to 5. Food allergies or environmental pollutants can cause eczema, but sometimes no cause is found.
Treatment: Standard treatment involves avoiding allergens and applying ointments and moisturizers. In extreme cases, your child may require prescription medication. Talk to your doctor if you suspect allergies. An allergist can help identify which allergens to avoid or which foods to eliminate.
How can you prevent allergic reactions?
The most effective way to prevent allergic reactions is to avoid allergens. Once you know what allergens your child is allergic to, ask their doctor how they can avoid them.
For example, if your child is allergic to grass, their doctor may encourage them to wear long pants and socks outside. If they’re allergic to dogs, their doctor may advise them to avoid petting them.
If they’re allergic to certain foods, their doctor will emphasize the importance of never eating them. For example, they will likely encourage you and your child to read ingredient lists, ask questions about restaurant menu items, and take steps to avoid contaminating dishes and cooking surfaces with allergens.
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In this article, we’re breaking down everything you should know about gout.
What is gout?
Gout is a type of arthritis. Small crystals form inside and around the joints, which can cause sudden, severe pain. There may also be some swelling.
Sometimes a gout attack may start suddenly, while at other times it can be caused by things such as:
A high temperature
Becoming dehydrated
Drinking too much alcohol
Eating a large meal with a lot of fat
Suffering an injury in a joint
Taking medicines for high blood pressure, or diuretics
A gout attack may last for days or weeks, but no matter how long it is, you should seek treatment as soon as you notice any of the symptoms listed below.
What are the symptoms of gout?
Sudden, severe pain in a joint.
Swollen red skin on and around the painful joint.
Hot skin on or around the joint.
Fingers, knees, ankles and toes are commonly affected, but any joint can experience symptoms of gout.
The length of time between gout attacks can be weeks, months or years. Most people with gout experience multiple flare-ups throughout the years. If someone gets lots of flare-ups, it’s known as chronic gout.
You may have an infection if:
The pain becomes even more severe.
You have a high temperature, but you’re shivering.
Contact your primary care provider if you have any of these symptoms. Getting treatment quickly can minimize any damage caused by the infection.
Who is likely to get gout?
People are more likely to get gout if they:
Are male and over the age of 30. Are overweight.
Drink excessive amounts of alcohol, particularly beer or spirits.
Eat excessive amounts of red meat or seafood.
Have one or more of the following health conditions:
Diabetes, High cholesterol, High blood pressure, Osteoarthritis
Problems with their kidneys, Have been through the menopause
Have family members who have gout (particularly close relatives)
Have had surgery, Have had a recent injury
Take diuretics or medication for high blood pressure
Gout is caused by the build-up of uric acid, which is a byproduct of purines in the blood. Your body gets rid of uric acid when you go to the bathroom. Both these substances are normal, but uric acid can build up in your blood if your body makes too much of it, or if your kidneys don’t function well. Uric acid forms tiny crystals in and around your joints if too much of it builds up. This is what causes the pain and swelling.
Does gout cause any complications?
There are a few possible complications of gout, some physical and some mental.
Joint damage
Perhaps unsurprising, considering how gout affects the joints, frequent flare-ups can lead to joint damage, especially if the gout goes untreated. If the damage is severe, you may need surgery.
Kidney stones
As well as leading to gout, high levels of uric acid can also cause kidney stones to form. Kidney stones are made of minerals and salts which have crystalized and stuck together to form hard deposits.
Kidney stones can make passing urine painful, and you may feel like you need to go to the bathroom more often. Other symptoms include severe pain in the side, back, lower abdomen and groin; blood in the urine; cloudy urine; nausea and vomiting.
Sometimes kidney stones can be passed naturally, which can be uncomfortable and even cause pain. At other times, surgery may be needed to remove them.
Tophi
Tophi are small, white lumps. They form under the skin, and are a result of the build-up of the crystals that form around your joints when you have gout. You’re more likely to get them if you suffer from chronic gout.
Tophi normally form around:
Ears
Elbows
Fingers
Forearms
Heels
Knees
Toes
Sometimes they can be painful, but not always. They may become inflamed and produce discharge, in which case they need to be treated. Inflamed or particularly large tophi may be surgically removed to prevent joint damage. Smaller tophi can be shrunk using a combination of medication and lifestyle changes, of which we’ll discuss more later.
Erosions
Gout can cause bone erosion. When parts of the bone have been eroded, your joint will typically have issues functioning correctly. You may need surgery to correct the issue. One study found that 44% of patients with gout also had bone erosions. Bone erosions were more likely to be seen in those who were older, had had gout for longer and had tophi present.
Anxiety or depression
The symptoms of gout can make it difficult to go about your everyday life. This, in turn, can affect your mood, and in more serious cases may lead to a mental health condition, such as an anxiety disorder or depression.
Anxiety and anxiety disorders
Anxiety is a normal emotion for us, where we might feel tense and worried. An anxiety disorder, on the other hand, involves more than temporary worry. According to the American Psychological Association, an anxiety disorder is characterized by “recurring intrusive thoughts or concerns. They [people with anxiety disorders] may avoid certain situations out of worry. They may also have physical symptoms such as sweating, trembling, dizziness, or a rapid heartbeat.”
Speak to your doctor if you notice:
You feel constantly on edge
You’re finding it difficult to concentrate
You feel restless and irritable
You’re isolating yourself from family and friends
You’re avoiding situations which make you feel anxious
They’ll be able to offer you support, such as referring you for talk therapy, which is also known as psychotherapy. Talk therapy is a way for patients to identify and discuss emotional issues with a mental health professional, as well as create strategies to deal with them. Research shows that talk therapy is one of the most effective ways to treat an anxiety disorder, but it can also be useful for those who need a safe, confidential space to talk about their feelings and worries.
Depression
The American Psychological Association defines depression as “extreme sadness or despair that lasts more than days. It interferes with the activities of daily life and can cause physical symptoms such as pain, weight loss or gain, sleeping pattern disruptions or lack of energy. People with depression may also experience an inability to concentrate, feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt and recurrent thoughts of death or suicide.”
Speak to your doctor if you notice:
You feel sad or have a low mood for more than a few days
You feel hopeless
You have low self-esteem
You feel tearful
You feel guilty
You feel irritable
You lose motivation
You lose interest in activities that you usually enjoy
You’re indecisive
You have thoughts of harming yourself
You have suicidal thoughts
Get help from a medical professional as soon as possible if you have suicidal thoughts. You can call or text 988 to reach the 998 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and receive emotional support. They also offer a chat service called Lifeline, and a Spanish-language phone line. All these services are free, confidential, and available 24/7.
Your doctor will be able to support you by referring you for talk therapy, where you can discuss your experience with a mental health professional. They may also prescribe antidepressants, a type of medication which reduces the symptoms of depression. There are many types of antidepressants available, so your doctor will prescribe one depending on what other medical conditions you have and which medications you already take.
How to treat gout
Can gout be cured? Gout is an incurable condition, but fortunately there are effective ways in which a doctor can treat the symptoms. While treatment is normally required throughout your life, it can sometimes be so effective that it prevents you from having any more gout attacks, as long as you continue to follow your program.
Seeing a doctor
It’s important to see your primary care provider if you have symptoms of gout. They’ll be able to refer you to someone who can diagnose it, or they may identify a condition which has similar symptoms (for example, infected joints). Either way, your doctor will be able to advise on the best treatment and management of your condition.
You can help your doctor by making note of the following before your appointment:
Your symptoms, when they started, and how often you experience them
Whether anything seems to trigger your symptoms
Any other medical conditions you have, and whether you’re taking an medications or supplements for them
Whether there’s history of gout in your family
Your typical diet and alcohol intake
Any recent changes in your life (for example, something that may cause extra stress)
Any questions you have for the doctor
This will help you remember everything you want to tell them.
You’ll likely be referred to a rheumatologist. Rheumatologists specialise in diagnosing and treating conditions (including gout) which affect the muscles, bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons. You can also find a rheumatologist using the American College of Rheumatology database.
The rheumatologist may:
Carry out a blood test to measure how much uric acid is in your blood.
Scan the affected joint(s). An ultrasound and dual-energy computerized tomography (DECT) can find urate crystals in joints, while X-rays are used to investigate other possible causes of joint inflammation.
Use a needle to take a sample of the fluid inside the joint so it can be tested for the amount of uric acid present.
Once you have a diagnosis, your primary care provider will be able to help you manage your gout.
If you’ve been diagnosed with gout
See your primary care provider if you have a gout flare-up and the medication you’ve been prescribed doesn’t start working within two days.
Treating gout
Gout can be treated and managed with medication. There are two types of medication: one reduces pain and inflammation, and one lowers the amount of uric acid in your blood.
Examples of gout medication which reduces pain inflammation:
Colchicine, such as Colcrys, Gloperba and Mitigare. It decreases swelling and the build-up of uric acid.
Corticosteroids, such as Prednisone. This type of medication reduces inflammation and can be given to you as pills or an injection.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Some of these are available over the counter (Ibuprofen, Naproxen Sodium), while others are stronger and therefore only available on prescription (Indomethacin, Celecoxib). They reduce inflammation.
Examples of gout medication which lowers the amount of uric acid in the blood:
Allopurinol and Febuxostat, which both limit the amount of uric acid the body makes.
Probenecid, which improves the removal of uric acid from the body.
During a gout flare-up, there are things you can do to stay as comfortable as possible, including:
Take your medication as you’ve been instructed to. Some people find it helpful to store it in a dosette box, in which you can organise your pills by day (and sometimes by times within that day). This makes it easier to see whether you’ve taken what you need to.
Don’t put any pressure on the affected joint. Raise it if possible – for example, if the gout attack is in your knee then sit with your foot up.
Apply something cold to the affected joint, such as an ice pack or bag of frozen food wrapped in a towel. Keep your cold pack on the joint for up to 20 minutes at a time (any longer and you risk damaging the skin).
Try to keep your duvet off the affected joint when you go to bed, as this can apply unwanted pressure.
By seeking medical treatment, you can deal with the symptoms to relieve the pain and pressure of gout.
How to manage gout?
Gout can affect your daily activities. Luckily, self-management strategies can be used in conjunction with the medications previously mentioned to manage the condition, prevent flare-ups and improve your quality of life. For example, there are dietary and lifestyle changes you can make. Let’s look at some of these below.
Vegetables, including dark greens, red and yellow vegetables, beans, peas and lentils
Fruits of all types
Grains, especially whole grains
Dairy products, including low-fat milk, yogurt and cheese, or fortified dairy alternatives
Sources of protein, including lean meat, poultry, eggs, beans, peas, lentils, nuts and seeds
Oils, including vegetable oils
A healthy diet also limits the level of sugar, sodium and saturated fat consumed.
There are some foods it’s better for people with gout to avoid, as they may cause a flare-up. These include:
Red meat, such as beef, lamb and pork
Organ meat, such as kidneys and liver
Seafood, particularly anchovies, mussels, sardines, scallops, trout and tuna
These foods are high in purines. Purines cause the formation of uric acid when they break down in the blood, and too much uric acid can lead to gout.
One result of a healthy diet is weight loss, which can be beneficial for those with gout as it relieves pressure from the joints, especially the hips and knees.
Stay hydrated
Drinking plenty of fluids is important for humans for many reasons. Your body needs water in order to:
Get rid of waste
Regulate your temperature
Lubricate your joints
Protect tissues
Without water, your body can’t function properly. You’ll feel tired and dizzy, and may have a dry mouth and a headache.
Water is best for hydration, but other options include milk and herbal teas. If you prefer a little more flavour, you can add fruit like lemon or lime. But limit sweet drinks like soda, as these contain a lot of sugar.
There’s no clear answer on how much water you should drink each day, as it can vary depending on your health and activity levels. As a guide, the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine state the adequate amount of water per day is:
3.7 liters for men
2.7 liters for women
Limiting alcohol intake is also very important for gout sufferers, because alcohol is a source of purines. In particular, beer and hard liquor have large stores of purines. Studies have shown that alcohol can be a trigger for a gout flare-up, although lifestyle factors were more of an influence among those with early onset gout (i.e. those who were diagnosed with gout before the age of 40).
The Mayo Clinic recommends moderate alcohol intake, which they define as:
Up to one drink per day for women of all ages
Up to two drinks per day for men ages 65 and younger
Up to one drink per day for men older than 65
One drink is:
One 12-ounce (oz.) glass of beer with 5 percent alcohol by volume (ABV)
One 8- to 9-oz. glass of malt liquor with 7 percent ABV
One 5-oz. glass of wine with 12 percent ABV
One 1.5-oz. shot of distilled spirits with 40 percent ABV
It may seem counterintuitive to exercise when you have a condition that affects your joints, but physical activity is hugely beneficial to your overall health. It strengthens your bones and muscles, lowers blood pressure and cholesterol, reduces the risk of illnesses like heart disease and stroke, improves brain health and can help you do everyday activities more easily.
The key is to avoid exercise which puts a lot of pressure on your joints, and instead try low-impact activities. Walking, cycling and swimming are all good for anyone with joint issues for this reason.
Stay in touch with your doctor
Continue taking your medication
It may be tempting to stop taking medication if your symptoms have stopped. However, it’s important to keep taking it as directed, as the medication is what keeps uric acid levels at low enough levels to prevent a gout flare-up.
Your doctor will be able to help you follow your recommended treatment plan and answer any questions you might have, as well as monitoring your general health.
With careful management, people with gout can still lead full, active lives. Take action today to improve your quality of life and stay on top of your health and well-being.
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