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How to Identify & Treat that Itchy Red Rash
Another great post from itchylittleworld.com – Natural remedies for eczema to soothe your itchy little world..
By Laura Dolgy (bio below)
Although there are many types of eczema, such as dry, weeping or scaly, most cases always end up being itchy and developing some sort of red rash. However, there are also several other skin conditions that can cause an itchy red rash. This week, we take a deeper look into what that rash can be and provide ideas for itchy red rash treatments that will have you feeling better before you know it!
Please keep in mind that although these treatments can relieve eczema, we are in no way medical professionals. If you’re experiencing severe eczema symptoms like fever or an infection, it is best to seek medical advice immediately.
So, you’re experiencing irritated, red and itchy skin, but you have NO idea what it can be. If you’re not already suffering from eczema, there are a few reasons WHY you might be developing an itchy red rash.
Eczema
Do you think you might be suffering from eczema, but you’re not sure where to turn? Eczema can have several symptoms including an itchy red rash, but there are also some eczema sufferers that experience thick, dry or oozing eczema. To learn more about different types of dermatitis, check out our blog post: How to Identify The Type of Dermatitis You Have.
Eczema is difficult (not impossible) to cure, but if you’re looking for immediate relief for itchy red rash treatments that are natural and comforting, make sure to check out these natural remedies for itchy, red, dry eczema.
Psoriasis
If you’re developing a rash that appears to be thick and flaky, then you might want to see your doctor for a possible psoriasis diagnosis. Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition that results in thick, flaky skin that can be quite uncomfortable and possibly embarrassing.
To keep skin from flaking off, it’s best to opt for a natural, thick moisturizer that can improve the skin’s barrier. To help soothe extra flaky skin, try out this thick and soothing natural treatment: YoRo Naturals Organic Manuka Skin Soothing Cream. Not only does it help with keeping skin moisturized, but it also has anti-inflammatory properties as well!
For more itchy red rash treatments to specifically soothe psoriasis, check out these natural remedies for psoriasis.
Rosacea
If you’re experiencing constant red rashes on your nose, cheeks, forehead or chin, then you might be suffering from rosacea.
Although rosacea is a long-term skin condition that can be quite frustrating to control, there are many natural treatments out there that can decrease the symptoms associated with flare-ups such as redness and itchiness.
A great product we wholeheartedly suggest is Bodyceuticals Coconut Aloe Moisturizing Serum. This serum works wonderfully for rosacea because of both the coconut oil and aloe vera. Many rosacea sufferers swear by coconut oil, as it provides essential acids to the skin without causing the skin to breakout. Aloe vera is also a wonderful natural remedy for rosacea, as it helps provide an anti-inflammatory effect, as well as much needed moisture for irritated skin.
Alternatively, Bodyceuticals Organic Aloe Vera Skin Soothing Spray is also great for rosacea, as it contains organic calendula flowers that are anti-inflammatory. Want an extra special treat? Pop this treatment into the fridge and spray it on your irritated skin for a super cooling effect.
For more treatments to relieve the redness and itchiness associated with rosacea, check out these natural remedies for rosacea.
Hives/Heat Rash
Another reason for a red itchy rash can be due to hives or heat rash. Hives are the body’s reaction to certain allergens, while heat rash is often produced by sweat glands becoming inflamed.
Hives can be a little difficult to treat, as normally they are caused by a certain internal or external allergen. If you think you might be suffering from hives and your doctor is not able to determine the cause, there are a variety of tests you can carry out to determine what might be the culprit.
Read More: Which Food Allergy Test Is Right For You?
Firstly, you can try an elimination diet, to figure out whether you might be reacting to certain foods. Of course, always make sure to consult your doctor before drastically changing your diet.
Alternatively, you can keep a health journal to determine what external factor might be causing your hives. A new pet, certain clothing materials or seasonal allergies can all affect the body.
On the other end, heat rash is a little more difficult to treat, but very easy to avoid. Make sure to keep sun exposure to a minimum and keep your sweat glands dry if possible. The best treatment for heat rash is time, as it might take a little while for the body to recover from heat exposure, yet it is possible to also get comfort with natural remedies like aloe vera. Again, using a cooling spray like Bodyceuticals’ Organic Aloe Vera Skin Soothing Spray can keep skin soothed while helping with inflammation.
Poison Ivy or Bug Bites
Before thinking about a chronic skin condition, ask yourself – have you recently been bitten or in contact with poison ivy? Both poison ivy and bug bite rashes can be easily mistaken for a more serious condition, but they are much easier to treat.
For both these ailments, make sure to opt for anti-itch treatment such as this ZiZai Little Itchy Red Rash Treatment made with specific Chinese herbs that focus on relieving itchy and red skin. It can be used on adults, children and even pets! It makes a great first aid ointment to keep on hand.
Contact & Textile Dermatitis
Contact dermatitis occurs when you are directly exposed to an allergen via the skin and then a topical reaction occurs, usually red and itchy. Although symptoms for contact dermatitis are quite similar to atopic dermatitis, this type of eczema can be cleared quickly by pinpointing what allergens are causing the reaction and eliminating them. Some of the more common allergens include, but are not limited too nickel, personal care products, pollen or even certain medications.
Something else that is quite common these days is an allergy to various textile materials. For an idea of textiles that can be causing your skin to react, check out our blog post: Your Guide to Textile Dermatitis: Latex Hypersensitivity & Polyester Allergy Explained
If you have already been diagnosed with eczema, psoriasis or rosacea but are not sure what might be causing the itchy red rash, check out our blog post on elimination diets. Many people with varying skin conditions have found much relief through this process by learning which foods trigger their flare-ups.
Got a rash you can’t figure out? Share with us in the comments below!
Bio: Laura is a contributor and content developer for It’s An Itchy Little World. She is in no way a medical professional. Her comments, suggestions, and reflections are not intended to replace any medical advice. Always seek the help of a medical professional before undertaking any diet or lifestyle changes. Please see It’s An Itchy Little World’s disclaimer for information about affiliate links and more.
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In this slideshow, we summarize the phenotypes associated with childhood atopic dermatitis as addressed recently in JAMA Pediatrics.
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Scientists identify two classes of itch neuron by turning them off separately
For several years it’s been known that itch and pain signals from the skin are carried by different types of neuron to the spinal cord and brain. But there’s more than one kind of itch. Scientists have now clearly identified at least two types of itch neuron—one that responds to histamine and a second type that responds to other itch-provoking molecules.
These results could lead to drugs that selectively shut down chronic itch in eczema patients but leave the rest of the sensory system intact.
Some itch is caused by histamine, which triggers an itch signal in certain neurons. But histamine is not the main source of itch for eczema patients. In eczema, most itch has its origins in allergy, when mast cells release “pruritogens” that bind to receptors on itch neurons.
For a long time it was an open question whether histamine and the other pruritogens were triggering itch signals in the same neurons, or different types that scientists could distinguish experimentally.
In late May, researchers led by Alexander Binshtok at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem and Clifford Woolf at Harvard Medical School reported results that clearly showed histamine and non-histamine itch signals are carried by different neurons. The research was published in the journal Nature Neuroscience.
The scientists used a novel two-stage experimental technique to shut the two neuron types down independently. Perhaps someday a similar technique might be embodied in an anti-itch therapy.
What they did was to exploit the fact that when neurons detect histamine and pruritogens, large-diameter channels open in the neurons to let in ions (charged particles) that initiate the electrochemical itch signal, which relies on sodium and potassium.
First, the scientists treated mice with either histamine or a non-histamine pruritogen. At the same time they injected the mice with QX-314, a molecule that blocks sodium ion channels (which are very small-diameter). The large-bore ion channels opened to let in sodium, potassium, and QX-314.
Thereafter, those neurons were unable to fire itch signals, because their sodium channels were blocked by QX-314. The scientists showed that when they dosed the mice with histamine and QX-314, one group of neurons didn’t work (and the mice didn’t scratch). When they dosed the mice with other pruritogens and QX-314, the histamine itch neurons worked, but other subsets of neurons were shut off (and the mice didn’t scratch).
The scientists’ technique is not directly translatable to therapy, because this study was conducted in mice and involved injection, which is not practical for daily use. But the molecular action they were studying takes place in the upper skin layers, and one could imagine that someday a cream or ointment might be developed that would include two components: one to open large-bore ion channels that detect pruritogens, and another to block the electrochemical signals in those neurons.
Hat tip to Ryan.
PS in a recent post I discussed the difference between TRPV1 ion channels, required for histamine itch, and TRPA1 channels, required for chronic itch. These are the “large-bore” channels mentioned above. Trivia: To trigger a histamine itch signal in a neuron, histamine must activate both TRPV1 and the H1 histamine receptor. To trigger a non-histamine itch signal in a neuron, a pruritogen must activate both TRPA1 and a special pruritogen receptor–“MrgprC11” in the case of dry skin.
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