Seasonal Rash and Allergies?
Medically Reviewed by
- Ronald L. Brown, M.D.
Question
I have a seasonal reoccurring rash. Can this be related to allergies?
Answer
Usually when someone has a "seasonal allergy", it means springtime symptoms caused by pollen. Although pollen allergy certainly can cause nasal, eye or asthma symptoms, it rarely would cause a rash without at least some of these respiratory symptoms going on as well.
Eczema tends to be worse in summer (because of sweating) or winter (due to cold/dry air). Hives tend to be a bit more common during winter, possibly because of the cold air or more frequent respiratory infections. Neither of these conditions would be considered allergic.