(1)
Signs and symptoms.
(a) Multiple spreading of pimples, cysts, and/or nodules with pain.
(b) Development of pus in many cases.
(2)
Treatment.
(a) There are pros and cons about a number of foods contributing to
the severity of acne; those most often agreed upon are chocolates, nuts, and
carbonated cola beverages. Do not consume these foods or other foods if they are
suspected.
(b) Drying lotions such as white lotion or commercially prepared lotions
containing sulfur and resorcinol may be used.
i. Urticaria (hives). This is an acute or chronic inflammatory skin reaction of
allergic origin-eruptions of wheals or hives. It can be caused by ingestion of food or
drugs. Acute inflammation is less than 6 weeks duration. Chronic inflammation is
longer that 6 weeks duration. Common causes of the acute form are shellfish,
strawberries, eggs, chocolate, penicillin, and serum vaccines.
(1)
Signs and symptoms.
(a) Intolerable itching.
(b) Slight fever and malaise may be present.
(c) Wheals may vary in size, shape, and amount of swelling;
morphology of lesions may vary over period of minutes to hours.
CAUTION: Observe for laryngeal obstruction. Death could occur.
(2)
Treatment.
(a) Avoid exposure to sensitizing drugs or foods.
1. Look for cause. A careful history may reveal recent prescription
of antibiotics, or a new food introduced into diet.
2. Eliminate cause. The cause may be antibiotics or other
medications; therefore, one would go back to the prescriber to change medication.
(b) Give epinephrine 1:1000 0.3-1.0 ml subcataneous (SQ), if laryngeal
spasm is suspected.
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