What ointment should I use for plaster allergy?

Some people's skin is naturally prone to allergies, and they will have allergic symptoms even when encountering a little foreign object, and they will immediately feel itchy. In daily life, when using ointments to treat injuries, some ingredients in the ointment may cause discomfort to the skin, so allergic symptoms such as itching or redness and swelling of the skin may occur. So, what ointment is the most effective for plaster allergies?

1. Choose a thin and breathable plaster

The main reason why many people are allergic to plasters is because the plasters are not breathable. When the plaster is applied to the body, it will feel burning and generate a certain temperature. Although this temperature can relieve body aches, the thick plaster plus the burning temperature will suffocate the skin and eventually lead to itchy and allergic skin. When choosing a plaster, be sure to choose a thin and breathable plaster so that the skin has room to breathe.

2. Control the time of applying the plaster.

Some people often do not change the plaster for a long time after applying it in order to allow the plaster to fully exert its effect. This practice is wrong and can easily lead to bacterial growth, which will eventually cause allergies in users. The best time to apply a plaster is within 12 to 20 hours. You should remove the plaster after this time. Don't apply the plaster for a long time just because you feel sorry for it. This will only backfire.

3. Clean the surface skin.

The skin should be cleaned with clean water before applying the plaster. The specific method is to use a clean towel to repeatedly clean and wipe the area where the plaster needs to be applied. This practice is also to avoid the growth of bacteria and prevent allergic symptoms when applying the plaster.

4. Use medication to control.

If an allergic reaction has occurred and the symptoms are severe, medication must be used to control them. In addition to using oral medications, you also need to use topical medications. The combination of the two can treat plaster allergy and itching symptoms faster and better.

The above are some tips for relieving itching caused by plaster allergies. Don’t panic when symptoms of plaster allergies appear on your skin. Timely treatment can solve the problem. Before applying the plaster, we also need to know how to prevent allergic symptoms and prevent the occurrence of allergic symptoms.