Do I need to go to the hospital?

[Being_a_good_Indian]

Symptoms of dermatographia usually go away on their own, and treatment for dermatographia generally isn't necessary. However, if the condition is severe or bothersome, your doctor may recommend antihistamine medications such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl), fexofenadine (Allegra) or cetirizine (Zyrtec). Symptoms are typically treated with over-the-counter medications, though alternative remedies may also help. Don’t take any new medications, herbs, or supplements without asking a doctor first. These are antihistamines that prevent the body from producing histamine out of an adverse response to chemicals and allergens. Loratadine (Claritin) and fexofenadine (Allegra) are other types of antihistamines, but they take longer to take effect. Taking a regular antihistamine may prevent symptoms of dermatographia before they begin.

In severe cases, a doctor may recommend phototherapy. This is a type of outpatient radiation therapy designed specifically for skin disorders. It’s also used in the treatment of psoriasis. I hope I answered your question. Any queries?

[Truthatanycost]

Isn't this all due to the scratching the skin making it worse?

[Quackthulu]

I would suggest calling your hospital’s non-emergency number and explaining the situation and asking for advice. Most hospitals (in the US at least) have a nurse on call 24/7 for exactly that reason. Depending on where you live it may be a bit of a while on hold as a lot of hospitals are dialing with record numbers of Covid 19 patients at the moment. But I would absolutely suggest calling first rather than going to the ER, especially right now.

[doggylover64]

Yes go to the hospital!!!

[In_Trance]

No, you need a dermatologist

[Iron_Man]

No splash cold water

[Anonymous]

I would go too if I were you.

[Anonymous]

I would go if I were you.