Skin Allergy Treatment Sumter SC

Find top doctors who perform Skin Allergy Treatment in Sumter, SC. Whether you’re seeking treatment or looking to schedule a preventative screening, we can connect you with the best dermatologists near you in Sumter, SC.

Local Businesses

Phillip Lane Latham

(803) 775-4469
325 Broad Street – Suite 200
Sumter, SC 29150


Sumter Ob-Gyn Pa

(803) 775-8351
115 N Sumter St Ste 200
Sumter, SC 29150


Gary Culbertson

(803) 773-6361
18 Miller Road
Sumter, SC 29150


Kulungowski, Kitty – Carolina Aesthetic & Rcnstrctv

(803) 775-3744
116 Broad St
Sumter, SC 29150


Linwood G Bradford

(803) 773-4111
738 W Liberty St Ste B
Sumter, SC 29150


Phillip Latham

(803) 775-4469
12 N Washington St
Sumter, SC 29150


Latham, Phillip

803-760-0671
325 Broad St Ste 200
Sumter, SC 29150


Gary Randall Culbertson

803-773-6361
18 Miller Rd
Sumter, SC 29150


Culbertson, Gary R – Plastic & Reconstructive Surg

(803) 773-6361
18 Miller Rd
Sumter, SC 29150


Linwood Gray Bradford

803-773-4113
738 W Liberty St Ste B
Sumter, SC 29150


Elante Skin Center

(803) 775-7546
240 Church Street
Sumter, SC 29150


Carolina Aesthetic

(803) 775-3744
116 Broad St
Sumter, SC 29150


Kulungowski, Michael A Do – Carolina Aesthetic & Rcnstrctv

(803) 775-3744
116 Broad St
Sumter, SC 29150


Mc Coy, Trish – Plastic & Reconstructive Surg

(803) 773-6361
18 Miller Rd
Sumter, SC 29150


Phillip Latham Jr

(803) 775-4469
Po Box 1029
Sumter, SC 29151


Michael A Kulungowski, Do

803-775-3744
116 Broad St
Sumter, SC 29150


Sumter Eye Center

(803) 905-8020
365 W Wesmark Blvd
Sumter, SC 29150


Gary Culbertson Facs

(803) 773-6361
18 Miller Road
Sumter, SC 29150


David Brian Lovice

(803) 778-5970
100 N Sumter St – Suite 400
Sumter, SC 29150


Linwood Bradford

(803) 773-4111
738 W Liberty St Ste B
Sumter, SC 29150


Skin Allergy Treatment FAQ in Sumter, SC

Can stress make your skin hypersensitive?

Stress causes a chemical response in your body that makes skin more sensitive and reactive. It can also make it harder for skin problems to heal.

What is the best natural antihistamine?

Antihistamines. Stinging nettle. Quercetin. Bromelain. Butterbur.

What foods to avoid if you have eczema?

Inflammatory foods can trigger an increase in symptoms. Added artificial sugars, trans-fats, processed meat, red meat, refined carbs, and dairy all cause inflammation in the body. Foods containing nickel. Nickel is an ingredient known to encourage symptoms of dyshidrotic eczema.

Why am I suddenly having allergic reactions to everything?

Maybe you’ve moved and are being exposed to different allergens, which trigger your immune system. A viral or bacterial infection could also flip that switch. Hormones can be a catalyst, too, especially in women. It’s not uncommon to develop food allergies during puberty, pregnancy or menopause.

When should I be worried about itching?

Conditions that may cause itching are varied and include liver disease, kidney failure, iron deficiency anemia, thyroid problems, and even certain cancers in rare cases (leukemia, lymphoma). In these cases, itching will typically affect your whole body while your skin appears normal.

What do allergists usually test for?

A skin prick test, also called a puncture or scratch test, checks for immediate allergic reactions to as many as 50 different substances at once. This test is usually done to identify allergies to pollen, mold, pet dander, dust mites and foods. In adults, the test is usually done on the forearm.

What is the fastest way to cure skin allergy?

Hydrocortisone cream. Ointments like calamine lotion. Antihistamines. Cold compresses. Oatmeal baths. Talk to your doctor about what’s best for your specific rash. For example, corticosteroids are good for poison ivy, oak, and sumac. They can prescribe stronger medicines if needed, too.

What are the two types of allergy tests?

Skin prick (scratch) test: Your provider uses a thin needle to prick the skin on your forearm or back with 10 to 50 different potential allergens. Intradermal skin test: You may get an intradermal skin test if skin prick test results are negative or inconclusive.

What is the gold standard for diagnosing allergy?

To confirm your test results, your allergist may recommend an oral food challenge, which is the gold standard for food allergy diagnosis. However, the procedure can be costly, time-consuming, and in some cases is potentially dangerous, so it is not routinely performed.

What are 2 signs of a severe allergic reaction?

Skin rashes, itching or hives. Swelling of the lips, tongue or throat. Shortness of breath, trouble breathing or wheezing (whistling sound during breathing) Dizziness and/or fainting. Stomach pain, bloating, vomiting or diarrhea. Uterine cramps.