Medical articles of Skin allergies

Immunotherapy works by gradually training the immune system to become less sensitive to specific allergens, offering longer-term relief for people whose symptoms persist despite standard treatments.

Infant eczema is a very common skin condition and one that causes understandable concern for parents. It often appears within the first few months of life and can be distressing to see, particularly w...

Atopic eczema is a multifactorial condition that is common in children and makes the skin red and itchy. Esteemed consultant dermatologist, Professor Andrew Wright, explains the development of eczema ...

Skin cancer and sun burn are some of the main risks from overexposure to the sun, skin can react from only a few moments of exposure. In this article, consultant dermatologist Professor Andrew Wri...

At times, determining the cause of a skin rash can be very easy. Other times, it can be very difficult. In difficult cases where finding the cause is complex, patch testing is a reliable and efficient...

Skin can be incredibly sensitive to specific objects and substances. When the skin suffers an allergic reaction, symptoms can show immediately or even 12 to 72 hours after contact. Professor Wright pr...

Swimming is a great form of exercise and also lots of fun, however, swimming pools are not the safest places for people who have sensitive skin and/ or asthma because of the chlorine used to keep the ...