Finally I've found out whats causing my horrible "nettle sting" itchy rash! Its called Chronic Urticaria. I'm also suffering from physical urticaria and The Consultant thinks it was caused by the medication I was given when having attacks with my Gall bladder and the nasty pains I still get randomly. Namely Pethidene, Difene, Zydol etc. Has this happened to anyone else? I'm now on an anti histemine daily for the next 6 months.
Hey
I have suffered Chronic Urticaria and Angio oedema for a year and a half now. It starts off as one small red dot and gets bigger and bigger like wheals and they rise and swell and itch and really are painful. I have been on anti histermine every day (several times a day at some points) for all this time. I used to use hydrocortisone cream but you can only use that for a small amount of time. Urticaria can be caused by lots of different reasons, i have had lots of allergy tests and the only cause my immunologist can find is stress. I now carry an adrenaline inhaler for when the urticaria swells my lips, mouth, and tongue and i also carry an epi pen. With anti histermine it can be controlled and you can get on as normal with it. But it is so frustrating and itchy so i understand where you are coming from.
I get the urticaria all over, but when i get the swelling it occurs on the soles of my feet like someone has put marbles under the skin, it makes my hands swell, and my face, eyes, mouth, and it did get so bad with it all i was taken into hospital about 3 times a week for a few months with breathing difficulties, hence the adrenaline, and steroids i have been given in the past.
Google it, and be aware of it as much as you can, also try an elimination diet, i was told to remove all foods and drinks containing salicylates. For me this did no good but it may help you.
At least you know what it is, you are one step ahead xx
HI-of course, the condition 'urticaria' is a diagnosis and not the cause of the symptoms.
With this in mind, you could try seeing a homeopath who would prescribe something to reduce or eliminate your susceptibility to having the complaint in the first place.
This might take a few sessions but on an immediate basis, he/she could give you a remedy to work acutely. One of the likely ones in 'urtica urens', derived from the stinging nettle- which is how the condition urticaria got its name as it looks a bit like stinging nettle rash, even though it isn't.
The remedies are safe to take and can be used alongside any medicines from the doctor, if need be. HTH Hom
Yep, have a Salicylate allergy. Been on A/H for ages. Carry an epi -pen
Try to find out the cause, then you can avoid whatever it is that starts it off. Its not nice to have, I used to take ice baths, becasue it took the itchyness down a little.
Flopsy, I agree with hom, urticaria is not a disease, it's a symptom. You should try to Google Neurodermatitis, that is what I think you have. Neurodermatitis is best treated with Astemizol and some benzodiazepine, but if you don't want to take benzodiazepines since they can be addictive (and I think it's much better if you didn't anyways), why don't you try to get into some relaxing activities like Yoga, meditation, etc, try to find some ways to avoid stress and worries. Do not drink caffeine at all, no alcohol, no cigarettes and sleep the most you can.
Good luck.
Hi, for over three years now I have suffered from cholinergic urticaria, which flares up only when my body temperature increases, i.e. exercise, warm rooms, hot baths, even blushing and anger. My research has come up with a big fat zero regarding definite causes/treatments, I have tried antihistamines and homeopathy to no avail. I found what Flopsy said interesting as I started taking Zydol at around the same time as my symtoms started, although I no longer take this long term and my symptoms have gradually increased. My GP says there is no link.
If anyone has any thoughts/experiences to share I would be most grateful!
hi all
its great to see i'm not the only one with this problem....
about 8 months ago i had the same problem eyes and mouth all swolen and my body covered with urticaria, this was for a year and my doctor had me on a/h for this time and i was sick of taken so many tablets so i stopped and it left.
but my partner and i had a big fight and guess what its back now, my doctor said its stress but i cant go back to taking all those pills again can any one help i'll try any thing else....
i also find that at night my feet and hands start to pain me and then the itch starts and then my hands swell
Essential oils and aromatherapy can help reduce the symptoms of urticaria on a number of levels:
Application of antipruritics such as Lavandula Angustifolia (True Lavender) will reduce the sensations of itching. This will also help to reduce the degree of physical trauma caused by the scratching.
Essential oils with anti-inflammatory and vulnerary properties such as German Chamomile (contra-indicated for ragweed allergy sufferers)
Astringent oils such as Juniper berry (best avoided in pregnancy for psychological reasons) used topically will reduce any “weeping” or oozing of fluids.
If infection is present it will be necessary to include essential oils with antimicrobial properties such as Tea Tree or True Lavender.
Urticaria is often triggered by stress and so calmative, tonic essential oils such as Bergamot (FCF) can play an important role in reducing the level of stress.
Do not apply essential oils neat, those mentioned above can be applied 1 drop in 5ml of carrier oil such as sweet almond oil or jojoba wax.
Consult a qualified aromatherapist for essential oil use with compresses or ointments and emollient creams.
Nutrition can act preventively:
A diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids is recommended. This can be achieved by either fish oil supplements (or by eating oily fish). This increases the eicosapentaenoic fatty acid level with has been shown to reduce the incidence of eczema.
Include high-quality cold-pressed sunflower, safflower or linseed oil in the diet. Evening primrose oil normalises the essential fatty acid imbalances and reduces symptoms of eczema.
Avoid dairy products, sugar, refined and processed foods, fats and fried foods in your diet.
A gluten-free diet is often of therapeutic benefit in controlling dermatitis.
It may help if you cut out histamine containing foods, which stimulate histamine in the body, for a while; histamine is also formed in food by the action of certain bacteria. These foods are:
Here's a different view for you to think on. The mind body connection indicates that hives relate to small hidden fears. Does anyone have a tendency in their thinking processes towards making mountains out of molehills in any area of their lives? Another aspect is getting the feeling of being irritated over delays that happen with life's situations relating to your experiences so far.
Comments above have indicated that hives is a symptom. One also mentioned the word "anger". My understanding, which has been confirmed in results of easement on clients who have received treatments from me, is that the emotions and the effects of them are very much part of why illnesses happen to people.
Others on this forum have disagreed with, or do not believe that this is so, and I acknowledge that everyone is entitled to their opinion on all things here. This also means that I am entitled to mine. If any of you would like to discuss your hives further and why this might be happening to you now then please pm me.
Worry and stress do cause all sorts of health problems - try a relaxing massage with essential oils, some sauna sessions and the like.
Also try drinking more water and salt (celtic sea salt) - it may be helpful for urticaria as it is for other allergies. Dr Batmanghledj has shown that many allergies are caused by us not drinking enough water. Google for "water cure" "alkaline water allergies".
the BIGPHARMS want to prescribe you symptom solvers, but dont tackle the big picture
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Originally Posted by Flopsy
I'm now on an anti histemine daily for the next 6 months.
Does Anybody know anything about this?
hi flopsy, ive had chronic urticaria (this term sounds tame for what pain it causes) since early teens, it started small and controllable and then got really serverly painful.
After being prescribed antihistamines and taking them for around 10 years (which cured the symptoms, but never answered the question why) .. i stopped taking them around 4 weeks ago - the 1st 4 days were unbearable, so painful.. i was so close to taking an AH. I got through it and what has helped was " suprise suprise " NATURE.
Im not selling anything, i just want to point out that living as natural as possible has helped me control it without any AH or synthetics ( AH switch off parts of your immune system and your body cant tell you somethings wrong..its dangerous and causes cancer and worse )
Heres the low down - plenty of fresh air, stay active, try not to let life stress you or make you unhappy.. and no.1 - eat natural ..eat organic (tastes better, looks better, 100% natural ) - look into a vegan macrobiotic diet - sounds complicated but it basically means, dont consume anything that is derived from animals, eat fruit, vegtables, grains, cereals ..its hard to start, but if you stick with it.. youll see its simple to live like this... boil tap water and allow it to cool.. and drink lots.
Always keep in mind " is it natural ? " if not dont eat it
* I hate to see ill information floating around..it gets so complicated, everyone is contradicting each other and trying to make money out of peoples PAIN .. its evil ... just think, natural...
Yes I have this too, it is caused by my thyroid problem and an allergic reaction to Ramipril after 5 years of taking this for high bp, I am no longer on this tablet (ace inhibitor), and I have to take Cetirizine every day (have done for 2 years now) if I don't take it I get Urticaria, I also have an epipen as my throat swells I have tried Essential Oils (I am an Aromatherapist) it's ok for when the Urticaria is not so severe
Hi all i have had chronic urticaria now for around ten years on and off i was finally diagnosed when i was 18 3 years ago which only took them 8 years!!!I have been on all medication and steroids on and off but nothing works its soo frustrating my skin is horrible i cant sleep always feel ill and never get enough sleep.I have finally been refered to a spelialist but i have given up all hope of it ever going away now it affects my job and makes me severley depressed the itching is unbearable im getting to the stage where i think i will never be cured??
One of my customers had Uticaria. That was until she started drinking aloe vera gel and also using aloe vera & bee propolis creme. She's not had an attack since.
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