If your hand touches the yam and itches, consider allergic dermatitis, which is caused by saponin and saponin and other components contained in the mucus in the yam. It can be dealt with by rinsing with water, applying medication externally, and taking medication orally.
1. water rinse: hands touching the yam caused by itching, should immediately use a lot of water to rinse hands, you can also use soap and water to wash, when the yam mucus from the hands can effectively relieve the symptoms of itching.
2. Topical drugs: such as dexamethasone ointment, tretinoin ointment and other glucocorticoid drugs, can play an anti-inflammatory role in relieving itching, can be effective in skin allergic reactions.
3. Oral medication: antihistamines such as chlorpheniramine maleate and loratadine can effectively relieve allergic reactions and the itchiness associated with allergic reactions.
The hand touched the yam itching, if through the water rinse can not be improved, it is recommended to go to the hospital in a timely manner, under the guidance of the doctor for medication. The above medication should be used in accordance with the doctor’s instructions, do not self-medication.