What may be the reason why a child suddenly develops urticaria?
Urticaria is a common skin disease, and it is not uncommon for children to suddenly develop urticaria. It may alarm many parents. Urticaria is a skin disease caused by allergic reactions, which may be caused by angioedema, food allergies, etc. The symptoms of urticaria are obvious, red, swollen and granular. They tend to occur in exposed parts of the skin, such as limbs, trunk, etc., and the symptoms recur repeatedly. When a child suddenly develops urticaria, parents should take the child to the doctor promptly.
Treatment methods for urticaria
The treatment of urticaria mainly involves giving anti-allergic drugs, such as antihistamines, epinephrine, glucocorticoids, etc. Antihistamines are the treatment of choice and can reduce the skin symptoms of hives, such as itching, redness, and swelling. For severe urticaria, subcutaneous injection of epinephrine or intravenous infusion of glucocorticoids can be used. Pay attention to your child\’s diet and rest during treatment.
Notes
1. Avoid eating allergenic foods such as shrimp, crab, fish, peanuts, milk, etc.
2. Get enough sleep, avoid staying up late, and have moderate amounts of entertainment to avoid excessive fatigue.
3. Pay attention to maintaining indoor air circulation and humidifying the room in winter to avoid dry skin.
4. When a child develops symptoms of urticaria, he or she should go to the hospital promptly and do not treat the child with self-medication.
Summary
Urticaria is a skin disease caused by allergic reactions. Children who suddenly develop urticaria may be caused by angioedema, food allergies, etc. The treatment of urticaria mainly involves giving anti-allergic drugs, such as antihistamines, epinephrine, glucocorticoids, etc. Pay attention to your child\’s diet and rest during treatment, and avoid contact with allergens. When children develop symptoms of urticaria, they should go to the hospital promptly and do not treat them with self-medication.
