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What Causes Skin Welts And Itching After Scratching?
Question: When I get a scratch or a bruise my skin welts up bad and itches. Yesterday I went on a motorcycle ride and now my bottom is swollen..... can u tell me whats goin on?
Brief Answer:
This is urticaria!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.
I am so sorry to hear about these symptoms that you have reported. Welts, itches and swelling after minor trauma is typically observed in patients who suffer from urticaria. Treatment consist in administering anti histamines like loratadine, and cimetidine or ranitidine as recommended by your pharmacist. Also, try and avoid provoking factors like trauma and bruises. You may choose to consult your doctor for testing and confirmation of this suspicion or get these medications and see what the results are a they are all available over the counter.
I hope this addresses your query fully. i wish you well and thank you so much for using our services. Feel free to ask for more information and clarification if need be.
This is urticaria!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.
I am so sorry to hear about these symptoms that you have reported. Welts, itches and swelling after minor trauma is typically observed in patients who suffer from urticaria. Treatment consist in administering anti histamines like loratadine, and cimetidine or ranitidine as recommended by your pharmacist. Also, try and avoid provoking factors like trauma and bruises. You may choose to consult your doctor for testing and confirmation of this suspicion or get these medications and see what the results are a they are all available over the counter.
I hope this addresses your query fully. i wish you well and thank you so much for using our services. Feel free to ask for more information and clarification if need be.
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