Understanding Food AllergiesFood allergies affect millions of people worldwide, including both children and adults, and they ...

The best way to stop skin irritation is to avoid the substance that causes it. But if you do come in contact with an unfriendly cleaner and get a rash from it, call your dermatologist or other doctor.

The monsoon season often brings skin rashes to children due to humidity, fungal and bacterial infections, and allergies.

People who are allergic may suffer hives, itchy skin, a rash or, in severe cases, a potentially life-threatening reaction known as anaphylaxis upon exposure.

MBBS · 3 years of experience · India High temperature leads to excess sweating and can aggravate skin allergies, irritation, and inflammation. It leads to heat rashes.

Her allergies actually started with the dry, cracked skin caused by eczema. "Probably a third of patients with eczema develop a food allergy," said Dr. Donald Leung of National Jewish Health.

Itchy skin. Swollen patches. A red, angry rash. Skin allergies impact nearly 1 in 5 people. "That is when a substance comes into contact with the skin and causes a reaction," says Dr. Bruce.