At Biosalud Day Hospital, as the first integrative medicine hospital in our country, we propose, through specific tests, individualised treatments to prevent and treat allergic reactions.

It is important to understand that skin rashes, watering or itching are only outward expressions of allergies. If one wants to look for their true origin and not just for superficial treatments, one must explore one's genes. Although it is essential for allergy sufferers to take precautions throughout the year, this is particularly important during the summer, when allergies can episodes occur that are difficult to control. 

Sun creams, cosmetics or perfumes

Photodermatitis and solar urticaria constitute, according to the Spanish Society of Allergology and Clinical Immunology (SEAIC),  the 10% of all photosensitivity diseases. These allergies require exposure to the sun in order to manifest themselves. It is therefore essential to apply a high protection sunscreen on your body and, above all, be aware of its expiry date. If its content is degraded, it is transformed into arylglyoxal (a highly allergic substance that can cause itchy rashes, such as eczema).

Particular attention should be paid to attention to certain cosmetic products that contain a large amount of chemicals and also to the use of perfumes.especially those containing citrus fruits. It is important to read their composition carefully, as they can cause sun spots and skin conditions in the sun, resulting in flaking, swelling and itching. At Biosalud Day Hospital we study the immune system of people suffering from these exaggerated reactions to chemical stimuli and we design an individualised protocol through integrative medicine. 

Insects

Another risk that increases in summer is hymenopterous insect bites due to their increased activity and the fact that the population is more exposed. The venom released by bees or wasps into the immune system can cause anaphylaxis in allergic patients or those with asthma. An extreme reaction that can make breathing difficult, cause unconsciousness and even death.

Venom immunotherapy has become one of the most effective tools to prevent deaths from stings. Small, increasing amounts of hymenoptera venom can prevent most reactions more serious. In the case of local reactions to mosquito and other insect bites, however, we recommendDrago's cream, with aloe vera and calendula, is beneficial for skin problems caused by insect bites, among others.. 

Food allergies

Special attention needs to be paid to summer menus, since seven out of ten allergic reactions to food, according to the Spanish Society of Allergology and Clinical Immunology (SEAIC), occur when eating outside the home.. Most commonly, specific proteins in certain foods, such as milk, eggs, peanuts, wheat, soy, fish, shellfish or tree nuts trigger itching in the mouth or throat through ingestion. Contact with the skin of certain fruits such as cherries or peaches can also cause urticaria, which is more intense in patients allergic to pollens.

Behind food allergies there is a special predisposition, inherited in most cases, of the immune system to suffer an uncontrolled Immunoglobulin E-mediated reaction.On the other hand, at Biosalud Day Hospital we have developed a diagnostic system for food intolerances to detect which foods are bad for our health, beyond allergies.

Medicines

Some allergy-relieving medications such as antihistamine creams  may increase sensitivity to ultraviolet rays and cause staining or irritation of the skin.anti-inflammatory drugs can cause eczema in the area of application exposed to sunlight and even more extensive reactions if taken regularly and special care should be taken with the contraceptive pill which can cause phototoxic dermatitis.

These skin allergies are reactions of the immune system to an allergen that manifest themselves in the skin through medication and should not be confused with the allergic reactions of the skin. with irritant contact dermatitis. At Biosalud we will determine the tests necessary to identify the allergens triggering the allergic reaction and the consequences this is having on your body.