Symptoms Related to the skin
Skin is the most common organ involved in all types of anaphylactic reaction, independent of the cause. Skin reactions are also one of the earlier signs of anaphylaxis.
- Erythema: There may generalized flushing of the skin, that is, increased redness due to greater amount of blood flow mediated by the mediators of anaphylactic reactions.
- Itchy skin: The same mediators may contribute to the feeling of itchiness, and scratchy skin.
- Urticaria or hives: are common indications of allergic reactions. This involves the appearance of small oval or elongated raised ridges, ranging from pink to red in color. Hives provoke an urge to scratch and itch the surface of the skin.
- Eczema is another type of manifestation of allergic reactions, which result in smaller red patches clustered together on the skin.