Causes and Treatment of Urticaria

Posted by sanjay on Tuesday 28 Apr 2009

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Light red, raised bumps on the skin, usually formed in clusters, is a skin condition most commonly known as urticaria. This disorder strikes both women and men equally and is primarily due to some type of allergy.

Causes
Some of the most common causes of Urticaria are heavy perspiration, insect stings (or bites), getting overheated or chilled, and allergies.

Home remedies for Urticaria
Stir 2 tsp of turmeric powder into one glass of water and drink – this will cure urticaria; mix mint leaves and brown sugar into water and boil – use this to control itching; wash 12 to 15 basil leaves – chop to make a paste – apply this mixture to swollen skin area to heal urticaria.

Mash papaya and apply directly to skin to reduce itching and swelling; add 12 grams of salt to water and drink to remove all the undigested food from your body (this will make you throw up and give you fast relief); mix together rose water and vinegar – apply to affected skin area to reduce swelling and give fast relief.

Make a paste from sandalwood and apply to affected skin to reduce swelling and inflammation; mix soda and Indian plump – eat for relief; add cumin to wood apple juice and eat once every day; add 1 cup of cornstarch and 1 cup of baking soda to bath water – this will reduce itching and swelling of skin; add 1 tablespoon of oatmeal to boiled water and soak for at least 1 hour – strain this mixture and apply the remaining water directly on the skin for effective relief.

Helpful tips
Use aloe vera gel on the affected skin area for itching and swelling; dab milk of magnesia to swollen skin to reduce irritation and itching; increase your Vitamin C intake by eating foods rich in Vitamin C or taking supplements – this will raise your immunity level and make it easier for you to fight infections.

Avoid foods that contain known food allergens; avoid exposing your skin to extreme temperature changes – dress properly in the winter and in the summer (use sunscreen when needed before going out); take care to prevent insect bites; make sure that all of your pets’ vaccinations are up to date (if not, you can contract allergens from them more easily).