Itchy hands and pimples appear - what are the reasons?

Sometimes men and women, as well as children, develop small pimples on their hands, which are accompanied by an unpleasant itching sensation. Such symptoms naturally cause a desire to get rid of them as quickly as possible. Usually, the use of medications (ointments, creams, gels) provides only short-term relief.

It should be understood that skin rashes (especially on the hands) appear as a result of internal disorders of the body - inflammatory, allergic, hormonal. It is for this reason that consultation with a specialist (dermatologist or infectious disease specialist) is required to make the correct diagnosis and prescribe treatment.

Among the most common reasons for itchy hands and pimples appearing are the following:

• allergic dermatitis
• eczema
• rubella
• prickly heat
• smallpox
• lichen

Let's look at each of them in more detail.

Allergic dermatitis

One of the reasons for the appearance of rashes on the hands is allergic dermatitis. Allergic dermatitis acts as a protective reaction of the sick person’s body to the influence of an irritant, that is, substances to which healthy people do not have an allergic reaction. With allergic dermatitis, the patient's body becomes sensitive to a certain substance. At its core, allergic dermatitis is a delayed reaction of the body, because allergies are formed through prolonged contact of a person with an allergen. The most common causes of small pimples and itching on the hands are chemical compounds. These can be different types of washing powders and detergents, nickel, chromium, medications, ointments, cosmetics, different hair dyes, etc.

How do allergic reactions on the skin manifest themselves?

• a small rash that does not tend to merge and grow peripherally;
• palms and fingers suddenly itch, spots, papules, and bumps appear;
• It is often possible to establish a relationship that when exposed to an allergen, acne appears on the skin and itchy fingers.

The treatment for any allergic reaction is to avoid the allergen. Antihistamines (diphenhydramine, suprastin) are used, which eventually stop the allergic reaction. Treatment with antiallergic drugs (ebastine, loratadine, fexofenadine) is continued. Enterosorbents can also be included in complex therapy.

Chemical burn

Very often, improper use of household chemicals causes burns on the body. Using products containing alkalis and acids without gloves creates red pimples with aqueous content on the skin.

Such burns usually have unpleasant symptoms and require special treatment:

• Levomikol - has an antibacterial effect, reduces the likelihood of complications. The ointment has the ability to restore damaged areas and promotes rapid healing. Price 60 rubles .
• Rescuer - gel has an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect. The product effectively protects the skin and soothes the burnt surface. Price 120 rubles .
• Panthenol - a product used to regenerate damaged areas of the skin. Active components restore damaged cells and relieve irritation and unpleasant symptoms. Price from 60 rubles .
• Povidone - used for a large number of lesions caused by chemical burns. The product in the form of a solution must be applied directly to acne. The presence of iodine in the composition helps prevent inflammation and infection. Price 180 rubles .

Levomekol Rescuer Panthenol Povidone
If the skin is damaged by chemicals, it is necessary to rinse the affected area with warm water to remove any remaining product, and only then apply the drug.

If a chemical burn was caused by products containing acids, it is recommended to immediately go to the hospital.

Eczema

Eczema is already a common disease, but the causes of its occurrence have not yet been established. Eczema often manifests itself in a stressful situation, with a deficiency of microelements, vitamins and minerals, hormonal imbalance in the body and an unbalanced diet.

The signs of eczema that distinguish it from other diseases are:

• hands itch and pimples appear, for no reason;
• the most common rashes are on the arms, back and face;
• the rashes itch intensely, but the process of scratching does not bring relief;
• purulent microbial agents manifest their activity.

The diagnosis of eczema on the hands can be easily established by a qualified dermatologist, which should not be done at home, much less try to cure the disease on your own. Treatment of this skin disease is a complex process that includes multivitamin complexes and sodium thiosulfate. Means must also be used. What calms the nervous system (tincture of motherwort, valerian, hawthorn). Antibacterial and hormonal ointments are used, which ultimately relieves the itching and over time the rash completely disappears.

Hormonal disorders

With hormonal disorders in the body, a person may observe the formation of dense pimples, which are flesh-colored and contain clear liquid.

Only a specialist can correctly determine the type of hormonal imbalance after an examination. Acne can appear on other parts of the body and contain impurities of pus.

Treatment:

• Airol - used to treat acne caused by hormonal imbalance in the body. Quickly eliminates inflammation and swelling of the skin. Price 400 rubles .
• Retinoic ointment prevents further development of acne. Apply a thin layer directly to the problem area. Price 300 rubles .

Airol Retinoic ointment
Medicines to treat the problem are most often selected according to the type of hormonal disorder.

Rubella

Rubella is an infectious viral disease. This disease can often occur without significant changes in the functioning of the body in children and adults, which suggests that body temperature may not rise to high levels and even disappear completely within a short period of time. But the pimples on the hand will remain invisible, as well as the rash on other parts of the body.

What is characteristic of rubella:

• the presence of a small rash, the elements of which do not merge;
• pimples appear all over the body (except for the palms and feet);
• the rashes itch very intensely.

Rubella does not have serious consequences and its treatment consists of taking antihistamines, multivitamins and drinking plenty of fluids.

Diet

Food products can negatively affect the condition of the skin in the hand area, so it is recommended to give preference to a healthy diet during the treatment period.

Among drinks, it is recommended to give preference to green tea, which effectively removes toxins from the body, as well as pure still water.

Proper nutrition must be maintained throughout treatment. Frequent consumption of prohibited foods can provoke the re-formation of acne.

Prickly heat

This is a specific form of dermatitis that occurs as a result of skin irritation due to excessive sweating. With heat rash, shiny blisters filled with liquid appear on the hands and other parts of the body (feet, armpits, neck), which in most cases go away on their own without medication. The reason for the development of prickly heat is unevaporated sweating, which leads to the skin becoming saturated with moisture and looking unhealthy. This happens most often in hot weather.

Symptoms of prickly heat:

• slight inflammation in the affected skin area;
• irritation caused by small red watery pimples;
• Those areas of the body where sweat accumulates are affected;
• It is possible to sleep only in a cool room when the itching decreases.

To relieve symptoms, you need to take cold showers more often, focusing on the affected areas. Do not use soap; it is better to use a soft gel. Apply powders and lotions to affected areas. Wear clothes only made from natural fabrics.

Scabies

The formation of watery pimples in the arm area may be the first symptoms of scabies.

The disease spreads very quickly to healthy areas and tends to infect others after contact.

Most often a rash appears between the fingers; the formations are small in size with a cloudy liquid. Between the pimples you can notice the passages that the parasite leaves behind.

Most often, unpleasant symptoms increase at night and after contact with water.

Treatment:

• Sulfur ointment - used to eliminate parasites that destroy the integrity of the epidermis. Cost 60 rubles ;
• Benzyl benzoate - a solution for external application has an antibacterial effect and blocks the development of subcutaneous mites. Cost 90 rubles ;
• Spregal - eliminates ticks and prevents their re-formation. Cost 340 rubles .

Sulfur ointment Benzyl benzoate Spregal
To eliminate watery acne, it is necessary to apply systematic treatment and personal hygiene. The disease is contagious, so quarantine is recommended during the treatment period.

Smallpox

Smallpox (or smallpox) is a highly contagious viral infection that spreads to children and adults. It is provoked by two types of viruses: Variola majior (mortality 20-40%) and Variolaminor (mortality 1-3%). People who have had smallpox may have partial loss of vision and may have numerous scars on their body.

Symptoms of smallpox appear within 8-12 days from the moment of infection:

1. Chills and fever for the first days.
2. Aching pain in the lower back and limbs.
3. Dizziness and severe thirst, vomiting and headache.
4. Fever and skin rash throughout the body.
5. Pockmarks appear on the limbs, face, head and torso. At the same time, the general signs subside.
6. On the ninth day, suppuration of the tubercles occurs.
7. General weakening of the body, the patient loses consciousness and becomes delirious.

Smallpox can only be cured by vaccination, so at the first sign of fever and any rashes, you should immediately consult a doctor, because smallpox can be fatal, so you should not let it get to a serious condition.

Treatment with traditional methods

Traditional treatment methods can reduce unpleasant symptoms and speed up the treatment process for watery acne.

The following methods are used to eliminate discomfort:

1. Oak bark lotions - this type of product contains tannins, which helps reduce the further development of the problem and eliminate harmful microorganisms in the layers of the skin. To prepare, pour a spoonful of the dry ingredient into a glass of boiling water and leave for at least 20 minutes. Using a cotton pad, wipe the damaged area several times a day.
2. Aloe juice - allows you to reduce the development of harmful microorganisms and improve the regeneration of the damaged area. To use, chop the aloe leaf and add a glass of warm water. Leave for two hours, then strain. Use the resulting liquid to wipe acne. Store the product in the refrigerator.
3. A decoction of string - the action of the herb has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. Prepare a strong herbal decoction and wipe the acne area. If necessary, can be used as hand baths or added to water while bathing.
4. Calendula tincture – you need to wipe your acne with calendula tincture twice a day. Duration of treatment until the unpleasant symptoms disappear. The product eliminates bacteria and accelerates the healing process of damage.
5. Oat decoction - helps reduce the feeling of itching and swelling. Pour two cups of boiling water over a tablespoon of oats and cook for 15 minutes. Strain and cool the liquid. Carry out baths for 10 minutes daily until the problem disappears completely.
6. Chamomile infusion has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties for the skin. It is necessary to pour a tablespoon of the plant’s flowers into a liter of water and boil for 10 minutes. Wipe your hands with the resulting decoction three times a day. The decoction can also be added to the water while bathing.
7. Soda lotions - it is recommended to use soda to eliminate itching and inflammation. Baking soda also has the property of reducing inflammation and eliminating the proliferation of harmful microorganisms. Mix a teaspoon of baking soda and a glass of water. Wipe with the solution twice a day.

When choosing a traditional treatment method, it is necessary to first conduct a test for individual sensitivity to the constituent components. To achieve visible results, it is necessary to observe regular use and combine it with the use of medications.

In cases where the causes of discomfort are diseases of the internal organs, first of all, the causes should be eliminated by undergoing special treatment; the use of products to eliminate acne will not contribute to the desired result.

Lichen

Ringworm is a disease that is transmitted to humans only from animals. Not all types of diseases called “lichen” are of an infectious nature. Ringworm is a disease whose main symptoms are nodular formations on the skin that cause itching and inflammation.

We advise you to read: what lichen looks like at the initial stage, there is a photo there.

There are such types of lichen:

• pink;
• ringworm (how to treat ringworm)
• red flat;
• encircling;
• tropical white and black;
• pityriasis colored, multi-colored, scrofulous.

The diagnosis of lichen should only be made by a dermatologist after certain studies.