Eczema affects more than the skin.
Many people believe that Atopic Dermatitis (also known as allergic eczema) is a problem limited to the skin. However, digging deeper will reveal that eczema is very much a problem that affects much more than the skin. Eczema is associated with other allergic disorders (that …
The itch that rashes!
Itch-scratch-itch-scratch……..Your young child is scratching constantly! The areas being scratched are becoming red, dry, cracked and now oozing. The rash is worsening This is atopic dermatitis (allergic eczema)! In this issue of Montana Parent magazine on page 40, http://digital.turn-page.com/i/455731 , you can find some interesting facts …
Can you have an allergic reaction to the cold?
Yes, but I’m not referring to snowbirds who leave the northern states to winter in Arizona or Florida. I’m referring to the development of hives and itching after you have been exposed to cold temperatures. Cold-induced urticaria (hives) is a type of “physical” urticaria. Other …
Mosquitoes; how to prevent them from biting!
It is mosquito season as I sit on my porch watching these mini-vampires hover over me and my laptop. The problem with mosquito bites is: Transmission of infections: West Nile Virus: there are more than 1 infection per 100,000 people in Montana. St. Louis encephalitis …
It seems like anything can cause hives, even the sun! Solar urticaria.
Did you know that the sun can trigger an outbreak of hives? Although rare, this is indeed true! This is known as Solar Urticaria. This is a type of “physical” urticaria or hives triggered by exposure to visible and ultra-violet light (UV radiation). It was …
The 3 Points of Poison Ivy
In this month’s issue of Montana Parent magazine, I review some key information regarding poison ivy. The “3 points” of poison ivy refers not only to the “leaves of 3” but also to the following key issues: Identifying poison ivy: this can be tricky, even …