With many skin ailments, peeling is likely. Redness, tingling, itching, burning - these symptoms are not only considered to be frequent concomitant characteristics of the disease, but also worsen the quality of human life. Burning of the skin is one of the frequent phenomena in which there is a lesion of the upper part of the epidermis. It is important to pay attention even to minor manifestations of such a symptom. Timely therapy will allow you to get rid of it without allowing complications.
What it is?
Burning of the skin - irritation of the receptors of the upper layer of the epidermis, which is usually paroxysmal in nature. This phenomenon arises from external and internal causes. Often it weakens during the day, and intensifies at night, due to which complete rest worsens, irritation appears and health may worsen, performance may decrease and depression may appear.
When skin burns, itching, rashes and irritation usually appear. Using modern methods of therapeutic effect, it will be possible to stop these symptoms, get rid of unpleasant consequences and timely stop the pathological process, which is the cause of discomfort.
Types of burning
There is a separation of types of burning by the nature of the phenomenon. It can be:
- Physiological, which is associated with certain external causes. For example, a burning sensation of this species arises from insect bites, during friction of the skin for a long period of time, and also after thermal and sunburn.
- Pathological. This type is associated with the state of the psyche when a burning sensation of the skin appears from an unstable psychological state or a change in the physiological state, for example, in old age, during pregnancy. Another such symptom occurs in the presence of psychological discomfort, stress, depression.
This classification is conditional, since in practice there is often a burning sensation with both kinds of causes. In any case, it is necessary to normalize the state of a person, saving him from unpleasant sensations.
Signs
The burning sensation on the skin is usually immediately noticeable. It manifests itself as follows:
- First, there is a slight discomfort, which with little influence of any reason occurs in a certain area of the skin. Tingling or tingling occurs.
- With the progression of skin ailment, an increase in the halo of skin lesions is observed, but this process can be gradual or rapid. If, at the onset of the first signs of an ailment (with a slight burning sensation), treatment is not started, the process will develop rapidly, covering large areas of the skin.
Therefore, with the appearance of a burning sensation of the skin of the body, it is necessary to identify areas with a pathological process and consult a specialist who will diagnose this phenomenon. Then the treatment and recovery will be simpler and faster.
Violations
Burning can be in different parts of the body. Moreover, such a symptom may be the first sign of an ailment. Since it is external manifestations that are often diagnosed as symptoms of disturbances in the functioning of internal organs, the condition of which is exacerbated if proper attention is not paid to this.
External causes
Burning of the skin of the face or other part of the body from external causes is immediately apparent. Usually, it is immediately possible to identify the cause of this phenomenon:
- With insect bites, discomfort most often occurs immediately after this.
- With solar or thermal burns, burning occurs sharply, pain is observed over the near future.
- From the effects of aggressive components, for example, household chemicals, burning intensely manifests itself in the first minutes.
For external reasons, a person is able to eliminate the problem himself, restoring the skin condition. For example, when biting insects, special gels and ointments are used. It is enough to process the affected area to very soon notice an improvement in the appearance of the skin.
Allergy
Burning, itching, redness appears due to the action of the allergen. Irritant may be household chemicals, products, cosmetics. In this case, a rash appears on the body, and blisters can occur on the affected area.
Allergic manifestations form on different parts of the body, even on the lips, tongue and ears. Allergies are inherited, but the irritant may be different.
With scabies, fungus
Scabies can be identified by the following signs:
- the presence of scabies;
- rash in the interdigital spaces, groin, on the stomach.
Due to frequent scratching, wearing contaminated clothing, and quick multiplication of ticks, unpleasant symptoms can be spread to other parts of the body.
Unpleasant sensations on the skin are also likely due to the presence of fungus. Infection occurs through contact with the patient or through things of common use. Those who go to a public bathhouse, swimming pool, sports clubs are more at risk of infection. Children from 5 years are more susceptible to the disease.
Internal pathology
Itching and burning of the skin can be a sign of internal ailments, such as:
- Vascular damage. With this pathology, periodic swelling of the extremities is observed, a cold state, there may be a burning sensation in the affected area. When this phenomenon occurs, it is necessary to determine the cause of this condition in order to select the optimal method for improving the condition.
- Liver disease. Since the liver is considered the main cleansing organ, therefore, the condition of the skin, human well-being depends on it. And such signs as sharply darkened color of urine, brightening of feces, severe burning of the skin, can be evidence of pathology in the functioning of the organ. The cause of burning sensation in liver diseases is the release of bile salts into the bloodstream, which, affecting the skin receptors, lead to their irritation and pathological reaction.
- Skin ailments (eczema, psoriasis, allergies). With them, redness, burning of the skin is also likely. With such pathologies, additional external manifestations are observed, which become immediately noticeable and require first aid.
- Internal parasites. Helminths often lead to uncomfortable skin sensations, therefore, due to regular preventive cleansing, it will be possible to prevent this condition.
- Decreased thyroid activity. With this pathology, burning of the skin is observed, it will be hot and moist. The work of some systems is reduced, which leads to severe fatigue and a tendency to depression.
These are the main causes of skin burning. Still this symptom can be in such serious conditions as stage 1 cancer of the internal organs, diabetes mellitus, gout, malfunctioning of the gallbladder, liver and kidneys. A diagnosis of the cause allows you to get rid of the root cause of such an unpleasant condition, quickly eliminate the symptoms, improving the condition.
Symptom management
With the manifestation of internal lesions, you need to quickly identify the cause. This will quickly neutralize unpleasant symptoms. Since it can be serious, and the lack of treatment can lead to complications or a longer course of therapy.
The burning of the skin of the face or other parts of the body can be performed as follows:
- First, the cause is determined. With the help of a complete diagnosis, it will be possible to determine why the symptom appeared. Based on this, the doctor prescribes treatment.
- Drug therapy can be prescribed, carried out only under the supervision of a specialist to exclude negative manifestations with sensitivity of the body.
- Physiotherapy procedures that stimulate the immune system are used, which contribute to the rapid elimination of burning sensation.
- Vitamin therapy involves the use of immunostimulating, mineral and vitamin agents that accelerate recovery. Any medication should be prescribed by a doctor.
Relief
To eliminate the burning sensation, medications allow. Among them is Advantan. This tool is available in the form of an emulsion, cream, ointment. For each part of the body, you can choose the appropriate option. Hydrocortisone ointment is also effective. But only specialists can prescribe such drugs, after a thorough examination. Self-medication is categorically unacceptable.
At home, folk methods are used. To eliminate burning allow bath procedures with baking soda. You need to lie in the water no more than 15-20 minutes. Soda is also used for breeding compresses. 1 tsp is added to water (1 cup). powder. The gauze, folded in several layers, is lowered into the solution, and then lotions to the painful areas are performed. Burning of the skin of the legs and other parts of the body is eliminated with ammonia: 1 tbsp. l the solution is added to 3 tbsp. l water.
Effective treatment
If burning, dryness is observed on the skin of the hands, then this is probably caused by external factors. In this case, all homework should be done with rubber gloves. You also need to choose the right soap, restore the diet. Moisturizers, a soft towel help.
From folk remedies, a potato mask, a compress of honey, sour cream, olive oil, lemon juice helps. A symptom on the face may indicate a deficiency of vitamins A, B, E. Then a mask based on plum, egg yolk, olive oil, oatmeal is required.
Dry skin of the body is associated with internal problems of the body. It is advisable to include fish and legumes in the diet. It is useful to carry out cosmetic procedures - baths with chamomile, milk, masks from honey, avocados, as well as peeling.
Burning and dry legs appear from uncomfortable shoes. Therefore, it is important that it be of high quality and comfortable. If this is not the case, then masks based on potato, green apple, castor oil help.
When is a doctor needed?
Often, adults themselves can determine the cause of burning, itching of the skin, for example, when replacing laundry detergent. Discomfort can occur from inappropriate cosmetics, drugs. But sometimes the burning does not last long, so itching can be a symptom of a serious ailment.
You should consult a doctor with:
- violation of the rhythm of everyday life, sleep disturbance over 2 weeks;
- the appearance of dangerous symptoms - weight loss, constant fatigue, fever;
- effect on the whole body.
The specialist will identify the cause of skin burning and prescribe effective treatment measures. Then the recovery will be faster.
Prevention
It is important to monitor personal hygiene. Do not allow overheating, it is advisable to be in a cool room. Therefore, you need to use hot tubs less often. You can not use soap too often. It is better not to wear clothes made of wool and synthetics, which are the main irritants.
It is necessary to limit the intake of alcoholic beverages, caffeine. It is necessary to pay attention to nutrition, which should have vitamins E and D. According to dermatologists, there are many causes of burning, itching. Therefore, at first it’s better to turn to a professional.
These measures allow you to make treatment effective, so burning skin of the hands, feet and other parts of the body will be eliminated faster. With the help of prophylaxis and treatment, which are based on diagnostics, health preservation and protection against negative changes are guaranteed.