Frequent manifestations of allergic reactions are atopic dermatitis, which is based on inflammation in the tissues of the skin caused by various kinds of irritants. A similar disease is expressed by the fact that after the action of a certain allergen, a specific skin reaction occurs in the form of a rash and severe itching. Dermatitis, the symptoms of which are persistent itching, is truly the most painful disease that a person can have.
Treatment of dermatitis of such a plan should be comprehensive, otherwise atopic dermatitis, the symptoms of which are associated with itching and an allergic reaction, will be a constant nightmare for the patient.
- It is necessary to strictly follow a diet, excluding the food that provokes the appearance of a skin reaction. Or, if it is contact dermatitis, stop using the products on the farm that come in contact with an allergy. Also, one should not take those medicinal formulations to which, obviously, there will be a similar reaction.
- For the purpose of drug treatment, local and systemic drugs are used. In this case, it does not matter at all who has developed similar dermatitis - in a child or in an adult.
- With a mild reaction, you can limit yourself to taking those drugs that will relieve itching, that is, antihistamines, like Suprastin, 1 tablet 2-3 times a day.
- Also in this case, drugs that have a membrane stabilizing effect are good, which include Ketotifen, Sodium Cromoglycate. Only when taking them should be remembered that the positive effect will be noticeable only from 2-4 weeks of regular use.
- If dermatitis, the symptoms of which are pronounced, is a more common process, covering a large surface of the skin, then hormonal drugs - glucocorticosteroids with a pronounced immunosuppressive effect should be connected to therapy. They can be used externally in the form of creams and ointments (Hydrocortisone 1%, Triderm) or orally, strictly according to the scheme (Betamisone or Prednisolone), in extreme cases - by injection (Triamcinolone).
- If the elements of the rash get very wet or painful crusts appear, it is advisable to use anti-inflammatory and antiseptic agents in the form of lotions, for example, Burov's liquid or ordinary furatsilin.
-In case of attachment of a bacterial infection, it is necessary to start taking antibiotics.
- Recently, dermatologists have successfully used non-hormonal topical preparation "Elidel" in the form of a 1 percent cream. Its action is based on blocking the enzyme, which is responsible for the production of specific allergy mediators in T-lymphocytes.
- In the process of treatment, it is advisable to take artificial enzymes ("Creon", "Mezim-forte"), as well as probiotics ("Hilak-forte"), which regulate the digestion process, as a rule, often disturbed in atopic dermatitis.
3. When dermatitis, the symptoms of which do not bother the patient, is in remission, one should not neglect the course of allergen-specific immunotherapy, which is based on allowing the body to get used to the irritant and not respond to its effect with a pathological reaction.
4. Phototherapy is widely used in the treatment of dermatitis , the meaning of which is to dry the elements of the rash using ultraviolet radiation. Dermatitis on the head lends itself very well to this treatment option.
Prevention of atopic dermatitis should begin before birth, especially if there is a hereditary predisposition to this. During pregnancy, the expectant mother should refrain from taking medications, while breastfeeding, it is necessary to follow a diet, monitor the work of the intestines of the child, preventing the development of dysbiosis. When caring for your skin, avoid cosmetics with many fragrances and fragrances.