Description
Dermographism is a normal body reaction common in people who have allergic tendencies. The name "dermatographism" means writing on the skin. When dermatographism occurs, a stroke or scratch on the skin causes a puffy red line to appear. This resembles a "hive." 2-5% of people have this skin response to scratching.
Symptoms
Itching, hives.
Tests
Common tests used for diagnosis and treatment
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. No tests are necessary.
Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Family Practice, Allergy and Immunology
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. No tests are necessary.
Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Family Practice, Allergy and Immunology
Treatment
No treatment is needed. Avoidance of the skin stimulus and antihistamines can minimize symptoms.