Is it normal for allergic dermatitis to cause peeling skin?

Written by Liu Jing
Dermatology
Updated on June 22, 2025
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Allergic dermatitis can exhibit symptoms such as peeling and flaking, but this does not mean it is normal. It is necessary to enhance skin moisturization, avoid various irritants, and provide comprehensive treatment including anti-allergy, anti-inflammatory, and immune regulation measures. Oral administration of medications like levocetirizine dihydrochloride oral solution, which are antihistamines, also address inflammation. Adding medications such as compound glycyrrhizin and total paeony glycoside capsules can help. For skin lesions, apply topical remedies like compound heparin sodium cream, polysulfate mucopolysaccharide cream, tacrolimus ointment, or non-hormonal medications like dibenzoyl hydroxide cream to avoid dependency symptoms, resulting in conditions like hypertrichosis and skin atrophy. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a doctor.)

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How to treat alcoholic dermatitis?

Alcohol allergy has caused dermatitis, presenting an allergic reaction with symptoms such as rash, generalized itching, and dizziness. Oral administration of loratadine or levocetirizine tablets can be used for anti-allergy treatment. If the rash is severe and covers a large area, an external application of calamine lotion can be used, which has anti-allergic and astringent effects. If oral medication is less effective, intravenous administration of calcium gluconate and high doses of vitamin C can be considered, along with the addition of dexamethasone for anti-allergy treatment, which generally provides relief. At the same time, it is necessary to avoid alcohol and try to eliminate it from the body, which can be facilitated by inducing vomiting or using laxatives to prevent reabsorption that could worsen the dermatitis or cause chronic issues. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a physician.)

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The difference between neurodermatitis and allergic dermatitis

Neurodermatitis, also known as chronic simple lichen, is a common chronic inflammatory skin disease characterized by paroxysmal severe itching and lichenoid skin changes. Its main causes may be related to various internal and external factors such as neuropsychiatric factors, gastrointestinal dysfunction, endocrine disorders, diet, and local skin irritation. It commonly occurs on the neck, elbows, lumbosacral area, inner thighs, perineum, and around the anus. The skin lesions are characterized by pinpoint or rice grain-sized polygonal flat papules that are pale red, tan, or normal skin color, with a hard and glossy texture. They may be covered with a small amount of scale and, over time, can merge into large plaques, leading to thickened, rough skin with lichenoid changes. Allergic dermatitis is an hypersensitivity reaction skin disease caused by contact with various allergens, characterized by diverse skin lesions such as erythema, papules, vesicles, swelling, and itching, which can occur all over the body. However, localized allergic dermatitis, if treated improperly or not treated in a timely manner, or due to repeated scratching, can potentially develop into neurodermatitis.

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How to treat eczema dermatitis in pregnant women?

Pregnant women's eczema is a relatively common disease during pregnancy. Eczema is a rash-like change in the skin that occurs after pregnancy. First, we must exclude a pregnancy-specific disease called cholestasis of pregnancy. Cholestasis of pregnancy primarily manifests as skin itching, starting initially in the palms and soles of the feet and can spread to various parts of the body, with abdominal itching being the most severe. It differs from eczema mainly in that eczema usually involves changes in the skin, but the itching from cholestasis of pregnancy does not show obvious changes on the skin surface. If cholestasis of pregnancy is excluded, we can manage the condition based on the dermatologist's advice. For mild cases, some topical medications, such as calamine lotion, can be used without significant effects on the baby. If the eczema is severe or even affects sleep, sedative medications may be used before bedtime, or some oral antihistamines can help treat the condition. (Please follow the doctor's prescription when taking any medication.)

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Is chronic dermatitis related to the summer?

Dermatitis is mostly caused by allergies, and there are many allergenic factors that can trigger dermatitis. For example, frequently consuming spicy and irritating foods, often staying up late, or having low immunity. Some patients may also develop dermatitis due to allergies to pollen or dust mites. If it is photodermatitis, it may be somewhat related to the strong ultraviolet rays in the summer. Patients with this type of dermatitis often experience flare-ups in the summer and natural relief during the autumn and winter seasons, which is considered seasonal dermatitis. In such cases, it is essential to avoid prolonged sun exposure in the summer, apply sunscreen generously, and take proper sun protection measures. Doing so can gradually alleviate the condition. Additionally, taking some anti-allergic medications orally, such as loratadine tablets, might be appropriate. If the itching is severe, topical corticosteroid creams can be applied.

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How to treat solar dermatitis?

For photodermatitis, treatment mainly involves the use of antiallergic medications, and topical application of corticosteroid drugs such as hydrocortisone butyrate cream or fluticasone propionate ointment. If blisters and obvious exudation occur, boric acid solution or saline solution can also be used for wet compresses to reduce exudation. Oral antihistamine medications, such as chlorpheniramine maleate tablets or ketotifen fumarate tablets, can also be used in conjunction with the treatment of photodermatitis, which primarily involves the use of antiallergic and anti-itch medications. Photodermatitis mainly occurs due to excessive exposure to ultraviolet rays, therefore, it is essential to avoid direct sunlight, take sun protection measures when going out, and regularly exercise to boost the body's immune system, which can effectively improve an allergic constitution.