Struggles of Having Skin Allergy & My Remedies

March 2014, when I noticed my skin having red patches. It isn't just red patches at all but along with it is that itchiness I felt and it really spreads all over my body. I didn't mind it at all at first. I asked my colleague about it and she recommended me an over-the-counter drug which I bought right after my shift. I bought I guess 5 quantities of the drug and it is called anti-histamine. That was my first time hearing the word so I assumed that it was because of my histamines. But don't worry because I already did a little reasearch about it. But to tell you honestly, until now the cause is still UNKNOWN.

My main purpose of writing this experience of mine is to share it with you guys because there might be some of you who are experiencing this as well.  Below is a sample picture of my skin allergy breakout. It attacks when I am already at home from work. I work night shift BTW. 

As I have mentioned, my first remedy for this skin allergy is an over-the-counter anti-histamine drug. I have spent quite big money since it is really kinda expensive. I didn't think of going to a doctor yet. I didn't consider going to a doctor yet because it thought I it just a minor issue. Until such time that it keeps coming back day after day and I have been so dependent already the drug everytime ai have breakout. It really sucks especially it goes to my face. I also find it hard to breath. I heard cases like these already from people I know but they are already okay. Weeks passed by, I just can't ignore it anymore. 

I have another colleague who had skin allergy. She was sent home and was advised to see a dermatologist. I asked her about it and she said that the dermatologist advised to her to put a calamine lotion to the areas with hives on it to relieve the itchiness. So I asked her again where I could buy it and she recommended to me she bought one in Watsons. 

The cost of this Calamine Lotion I bought is less than P50.00 pesos. I use it as an alternative with the anti-histamine drug. 

It helped but not that much because as time passes by, my skin allergy has became chronic. this is the very moment I have decided to see a specialist to the nearest hospital in my place. 

The doctor asked me allergy-related questions. Base from his questions, it has nothing to do with the food I eat. I also told the doctor this is the first time I experienced this problem. We are not sure yet if it is  because of my work environment or if I am allergic with drugs etc. 

He advised me to not take anti-histamines anymore because I am supposed to undergo a Skin allergy Test after I week I comsulted with him. He gave me some Skin Allergy Tips and a cream as well. I didn't pay for the consultation fee because I am covered Intellicare.

Miracolously, after 2 weeks from the day I consulted with the doctor, my skin allergy didn't come back anymore. I am really thankful to God that I don't have to suffer this skin allergy anymore.