Question 1

what are these welts that appear right after i scratch my skin?

Accepted Answer

Dermatographism: Welting of the skin immediately following rubbing is called dermatographism or dermatographic urticaria (medical word for hives). It suggests that a cell population in your skin, called mast cells, are releasing histamine. It is seen in 4-5% of people. In most cases a cause is not discovered. If it bothers you, try antihistamines like zyrtec or Benadryl (diphenhydramine) (check interactions and contraindications).

Question 2

after scratching my skin i get welts and my skin becomes really hot and it hurst a little?

Accepted Answer

Dermatographia: Some people have really sensitive skin. If you scratch your skin, you will get a raised rash on the affected skin. There is nothing to do about this, aside from taking benadryl (diphenhydramine). Try writing words on your skin with your fingernails. If it works, you have sealed the diagnosis. Hope this helps!

Question 3

could an alergic reaction trigger my daughter's skin to welt up every time she scratches her skin or gets scratched?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: But there is a condition called dermatographia where you can actually "write" on the skin and it will stay raised for some time. This is normal and not an allergy or problem.

Question 4

when i scratch my skin, i develop red welts and hives this has been happening for over a year

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You : You have dermatographism, a form of hives. Would see an allergist who could help you with this if not controlled by otc antihistamines. It would be best to try to figure out what is causing it, if possible.

Question 5

when my skin is scratched by anything, it turns red and welts up. what can i do or take to prevent this?

Accepted Answer

Dermatographia: It sounds like you may have a condition known as dermatographia (literally "skin-writing"). In this condition, any little scratch can cause a local allergic reaction, which is the red welt you are seeing. If this is correct, it is often treated with antihistamines or topical steroids. You should be evaluated by a dermatologist or allergist.

Question 6

recently i've noticed that my skin has been breaking out in tiny bumps or welts even if i scratch it or not , sometimes it tingles or nothing at all ?

Accepted Answer

Tricky: dermatologic conditions are hard to discuss without seeing them. And.. some people have sensitive skin
(mastocytosis).
http://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases_conditions/hic_Mastocytosis
can also be a standard allergic reaction like to a chemical or cleaning or detergent.

Question 7

my skin has been very itchy lately & when i scratch it raised welts appear all over my skin and becomes very uncomfortable and even more itchy. ?

Accepted Answer

Dermographism: Zyrtec-----generic is ceterizine, same but cheaper. Can take daily if need. Some need 2. Some feel sleepy and try instead claratin or Allegra. May need cream to reduce itch. OTC Aveeno, (oatmeal) Eucerin, etc can help. Prescription triamcinolone comes in a 16 oz jar. Dermographism is a physical urticaria, not an allergy. Histamine is released from mast cells in skin by rubbing or scratching or pressure.

Question 8

spots of dry skin on forearms...itchy...i scratched them..and now they are red welts?

Accepted Answer

Dermatographism: When the skin welts up after scratching, it is call dermatographism.  Antihistamine often helps control this condition. Sometimes dry skin can cause it as well and you may try applying a moisturizer to the area especially right after bathing to see if this helps.

Question 9

my skin can become very itchy throughout the day and when i scratch my skin will turn red and welt up this happens every day?

Accepted Answer

Welts after scratch: Dermatographism is a condition in which welts (hives) appear after one scratches the skin. There are cells in the skin called mast cells. These cells release histamine when one has an allergic reaction. This is why one takes anti-histamines for allergies. When one has dermatographism, these cells release histamine when they are irritated (by scratching the skin).

Question 10

i have had itchy skin for quite some time.  when i scratch, i get raised welts that aren't red.  sometimes they are parallel lines.  stress?

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Dermatographism: Your skin symptoms of itching or hyperreactivity can be due to allergy to something internal or external and may even be due to chronic stress. Antihistamines like Benadryl (diphenhydramine) or Claritin may help. Atarax has been helpful also. See an allergist if symptoms persist although sometimes a cause cannot be found.

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What are these welts that appear right after i scratch my skin?

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After scratching my skin i get welts and my skin becomes really hot and it hurst a little?

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Could an alergic reaction trigger my daughter's skin to welt up every time she scratches her skin or gets scratched?

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When i scratch my skin, i develop red welts and hives this has been happening for over a year

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When my skin is scratched by anything, it turns red and welts up. what can i do or take to prevent this?

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Recently i've noticed that my skin has been breaking out in tiny bumps or welts even if i scratch it or not , sometimes it tingles or nothing at all ?

A member asked:

My skin has been very itchy lately & when i scratch it raised welts appear all over my skin and becomes very uncomfortable and even more itchy. ?

A member asked:

Spots of dry skin on forearms...itchy...i scratched them..and now they are red welts?

A member asked:

My skin can become very itchy throughout the day and when i scratch my skin will turn red and welt up this happens every day?

A member asked:

I have had itchy skin for quite some time. when i scratch, i get raised welts that aren't red. sometimes they are parallel lines. stress?

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