Latest news with #Eczema
Hindustan Times
20-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Having skin blisters in summer? It can be photodermatitis; dermat shares symptoms, causes and prevention tips
Too much exposure to the summer heat can lead to inflammation in the skin. And when the skin is exposed to sunlight or ultraviolet or UVB light for a long time, it can lead to photodermatitis. In an interview with HT lifestyle, Dr Satish Bhatia, dermatologist, Indian Cancer Society, Mumbai said, 'The skin can become sensitive to UV radiation due to a combination of internal sensitivity and environmental exposure. Although it triggers a more severe immune response to light, this condition is often mistaken for sunburn.' Also read | Tips to protect yourself from the sun and 'plastic skin' 'The symptoms of photodermatitis include redness of the skin, which can also appear flushed and irritated. A person may experience persistent itching in the affected areas of their body. In severe reactions, fluid-filled blisters and peeling may occur. You may experience puffiness or localised swelling, especially on the face, neck, or arms,' the dermatologist explained. Allergic reactions, itchiness and respiratory symptoms are some of the other signs of photodermatitis. The early signs of the condition can appear within a few hours of being exposed to the triggers, added the doctor. Also read | It is not just about itchy skin: Know surprising truth about Atopic Dermatitis as Eczema is on the rise in India Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
Yahoo
07-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Longer Growing Season Means Longer Allergy Season In 172 Cities
We'll likely be saying 'bless you' a few more times in the springs to come as temperatures warm and the growing season lengthens. The growing season is now more than 50 days longer than it was in the 1970s in cities like Medford, Oregon, and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, according to a new analysis from Climate Central. In Reno, Nevada, the season is now more than three months longer. When we talk about the growing season, this is the period that is bookended by a lack of freezing temperatures. In the case of Reno, that means there are 96 more days between the last freeze of the spring and the first freeze in the fall than there were decades ago. The biggest changes in growing season are found in the West, Southeast and Great Lakes. The smallest changes are in the Midwest to the Rockies. The growing season lengthened in 87% of cities that Climate Central looked at and the season was lengthened by nearly three weeks on average across all cities. (MORE: Further beef up your forecast with our detailed, hour-by-hour breakdown for the next 8 days – only available on our Premium Pro experience.) Of course, growing plants means more pollen too. This season is just beginning to bloom across the South as you can see below. Both tree pollen and grass pollen are pushing northward as temperatures warm. After a slow start in Florida, these blooms are slightly earlier than average this year across parts of the South and Southwest, according to the National Phenology Network. Longer pollen seasons are bad news for anyone with respiratory illnesses like asthma and inflammation. The longer growing season can mean days to weeks of extra sneezing, coughing, itchy and watery eyes and runny noses. If you're like me, that also means a lot of extra allergy medications. (HEALTH HUB: Find help for Psoriasis, Eczema and Diabetes here.) Spring has warmed in nearly every city across the Lower 4, according to an analysis completed by Climate Central earlier this year. Furthermore, spring has warmed by 2.4°F on average. Spring has warmed the most in the Southwest and East. In areas shaded in the darkest salmon tones, temperatures have warmed at least 4°F in the last half-century. These warmer temperatures don't just cause more pollen, but they also worsen the risk of wildfires, bring more pests and cause less snow to fall in areas that need it for their water supplies. Jonathan Belles has been a graphics meteorologist and writer for for 8 years and also assists in the production of videos for The Weather Channel en español. His favorite weather is tropical weather, but also enjoys covering high-impact weather and news stories and winter storms. He's a two-time graduate of Florida State University and a proud graduate of St. Petersburg College.
