Swollen itchy eyes and lip rash/sores

[Danni0099]

For the past 10 years I have had really sensitive lips and have only been able to use one type of lip balm. As anything else - lip sticks of glosses give me little sores on my lips and cause them to puff up and get little scabs and peel contantly - i also get dry patches under my eyes and eye lids. When I visited a doctor they told me I may have an allergy to nail polish and an ingrediant in lip glosses/balms its also happens when I were nail polish. After removing it it usually clears up within a week.

Recently I havent even be able to use my usual lip balm as my lips react to that as well and my eyes are puffing up and getting extremly itchy and stinging. I was heading overseas for 3 weeks and the doctor have me some tablets to take to clear up my lips as she said they looked like they had a staff infection. Whilst I was OS all my symptoms cleared up completely and within 2 days of returing home everything started up again!

A week after I had been back,I woke up in the monring and my eyes were completely closed over and extremly swollen. I visited a doctor and they said I might have hives or some type of allergy. I was put on antihistmines and a course of panafcortelone, which helped with the eye swelling and the lips alittle. but now i have reduced the amount of panafcortelone I take daily as I am at the end of my course, as have been told it isnt something I can take long term and my eyes are becoming more irrated and puffy and my lips sore are getting worse.
I havent changed any make up lately or products like toothpaste, washing powder.

Does anyone have any sugguestions what it might be, as its dirvinbg me crazy!!!!

[msanders]

Well, looks like very close to what I have.  Now, I am a male and no makeup, but for the past 3 years, out of nowhere, never had a allergy in my life, a week after I joined my new workplace, I started to get the same symptoms as you.  My eyes and lips start to swallow, and then if it is really strong, my second eye starts, and my lips also get dots on them , like millions of them.

Maybe we have the same thing, just reacts differently a little.  I thought it was food, but I am beginning to believe it is environmental, I have no changed my diet for so long.  I am also vegetarian.  Oh it also happens any time of a year, so it is not seasonal.


Anyone, any suggestion is appreciated it.

[Linda Sh]

I have similar problems with my lips and eyelids.  My lips itch and burn and are also sometimes swollen.  They also peel, look dry and cracked, and since this started, make me look much older  I have gotten a salve from my dermotologist, which helps somewhat.  (She said I am allergic to most toothpaste and I now use Toms which is a natural toothpaste - it has helped to some degree) I am constantly applying lip balm or chap stick, but nothing seems to help the problem entirely.  My eyelids itch, are red and also get dry and flakey.  This happens especially when I wear eyeshadow, but even when I don't. I wore it for years without a problem.  Another site I looked at indicated a couple people who had the lip trouble, and wondered if it was caused by wine, beer, or other types of alcohol.  I drink wine.  Anyone else see this connection?

[Minne Gal]

Hi - I have been experiencing similar symptoms for weeks.  For about 6 week, my upper lip has been dry, slightly wrinkled, as well as cracking and peeling.  So frustrating because no amount or type of lip balm seemed to help (vaseline lip therapy, body shop lip salve, etc etc). Additionally, the skin above my upper lip became dry, red and irritated.  About 2-3 weeks after that, I started experiencing swollen eyelids as well as dry, wrinkled, red, itchy patches above and below my eyes.  I could not apply the most mild lotion to those areas because it would burn, but it was so dry I wanted to do something.  I went to urgent care where I was diagnosed with "contact dermatitis" and put on a 5-day regimen of prednisone and sulfa (antibiotics) which did a great job for those 5 days but of course all the symptoms returned with a vengeance as soon as I stopped taking the meds.  Clearly steroids just take away the symptoms but don't cure the underlying cause.  About 2 wks later, I went to a dermatologist who gave me a low dose 0.05% hydrocortisone gel to apply to the affected areas... so far my skin is about 80-90% improved, however, again I am not sure if it is just masking the symptoms.  To address the cause, I have been exercising more to help reduce stress and focused on a healthier, more probiotic diet.  On another website I perused, there were many entries where the individuals had very similar symptoms and they were finding alot of them had yeast infections so by eating more acidophilus enriched products (yogurt, probiotic supplements, etc), less sugars (including alchohol) and less fats, their skin conditions began to resolve.  I think stress management is HUGE - I believe that for me it was the original trigger and then I just added to it by drinking too much, eating an unbalanced diet, not sleeping, enough, etc for a stretch of time.  I am seeing an allergist next week to ensure that I haven't developed allergies in my old age (38) that I am just not aware of which could recur.  This has only been about 2 months total but has really affected my life and I need to keep it under control.  Good luck to everyone!!  Ani

[abobora]

My situation sounds similar, maybe I can add something. I saw an allergist after a period of odd swellings and itchy rashes (under my eyes, my lips, even my hands and feet) and found out that I am allergic/sensitive to salicylates- an ingredient in aspirin. It also occurs naturally in mint, tea, the skin of many fruits and other foods. I also did some research on the internet to find out more about salicylates and found that people who are sensitive to them may also have problems with the ingredient benzone (found in a lot of lip balms, sunscreens, cosmetics and skin care items). I'm still trying to figure out the range of things I should stay away from (aloe seems to be bad too). Trying to find cosmetics and skin care products without benzone, mint or aloe is challenging.

Note: msanders mentions that his diet hasn't changed in a long time, but according to my primary care physician, people often develop allergies to things they are in contact with on a regular basis over time. This seems to be true in my case- it's cropped up only in the past few years (I'm 38 years old) and seems to be triggered by things I used for years without any problem. I hope this helps.

[downhill28]

hey i right now have a reaction to advil and my lip is swollen but something my sister told me that would help is fish oils and flax seeds so look for flax seeds and mix it with your food or drinks and also look for liquid gel tableds that are naturally fish oil its helped me and im starting to feel better

[JanGirl]

I have exactly the same problem as you with both my eyes and lips. I was interested about what you said about being under stress. I have mega stress both at home and work - has your new health kick worked?

[msbee912]

I am currently experiencing these symptoms. this stuff came out of the blue...w/in the past year. Thanks for the comments...they are helpful...I am going to get my skin checked by the doc in a couple of days. Eczema, psoriasis, etc...these skin issues are irritating...especially in conjunction with regular allergies (eye, dust, pollen) and a breathing condition...I know that they all run together and it is difficult to figure out whether or not it's food or environment...argh...

[lkmitchell]

Thank you so much for you post.  I have always had sensitivity to lipstick, sunscreens, and kiwi fruit and I've tried to avoid those items... the information you shared will allow me to be aware of those things to avoid, rather than living by trial and error as I have... I still plan on visiting an allergist... hopefully they can provide me with something to treat the painful symptoms when I have flare up (like now... 3 weeks and counting)... and can tell me what other things to avoid (I'm a vegetarian, so looking at the list of item on webMD left me pretty discouraged)...

But at least this is the beginning...

[tlesher]

I've recently had allergic reactions including red, swollen eyelids; burning blistered ears; blisters on lips and around my nostrils; swollen "pillows" under my eyes.  Haven't figured out exactly what is causing it, but honey applied to my face and ears helps a lot.  Relieves the itchiness, seems to reduce the blisters and swelling.  Leave it on as long as possible -- after it dries it is not as noticeable.  Probably a natural honey is better - I mean not highly processed like SueBee for example.  

[mawbbb]

I hate to say this, but I'm glad I'm not the only one!  Within the last two weeks I have been experiencing swollen eyelids as well as dry, wrinkled, red, itchy patches above and below my eyes too.  Just today my lips started swelling.  I haven't been to see a doctor yet and after ready everyone's posts, I don't think I'm going to bother.  Interestingly enough, about six weeks ago I decided to "go vegetarian".  Could this be a reaction that my body is having to the change in diet?

[Anti_Viv]

Dear mawbbb
I have suffered itchy eyelids, lips and inner eye for several years , however you will be relieved to know that I had this problem BEFORE I became a vegetarian, so vegetarianism isn't the cause.  I have tried every topical cream - including cortisone, to no avail.  Don't bother with a doctor because he/she will prescribe medication which is going to treat the symptoms rather than the cause - anyway I've seen several specialists and they haven't helped.  Their knowledge of these itchy rashes is limited.  I have tried a low allergy diet (from the "friendly foods" book) but it was extremely difficult to adhere to and there was no definitive correlation between what I was eating and the onset of symptoms.  Antihistamines are only a temporary fix.  I have tried every "natural" remedy I can find but the relief is only temporary (if at all).  I am addicted to sugar so was interested to read that this could be a yeast infection.  I also noticed that on a recent holiday the symptoms slowly improved.  I was stress and makeup free (lipstick and lipliner noticeably aggravate my upper lip).  I considered that I may have become allergic to my cats, but I spent all day working in a cat shelter on the weekend and had no problems.  There is one thing that did relieve the itch, and that's apple cider vinegar applied with a cotton ball to the affected area. It's particularly soothing straight from the fridge.  It will sting like mad for 10 seconds but the relief is instant.   I have also read that drinking 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar in water three times a day is meant to help and I am keen to try this.  Will post my results.

[brb7b9]

I have the same issues as everyone else.  Itchy, swollen lips with a rash often accompanied by swollen eyes.  I visited the dermatologist twice this week.  The first time, he thought it was a peanut allergy, so I was put on anithistimines; however, while on antihistimines I developed swollen eyes and lips!  Upon visiting the doctor again, I was prescribed a topical ointment for the lip area.  The doc said that this condition is tricky to diagnose.  Needless to say, I am on medicine and still getting flare ups!  I have found a cold compress works to bring down the swelling on the eyelids.  Also, I am going to try taking an allergy medicine like Claritin everyday to see if my symptoms will stay away!  Has anyone tried a daily allergy medicine like Claritin?   Does it work for these symptoms?

[brb7b9]

I have the same issues as everyone else.  Itchy, swollen lips with a rash often accompanied by swollen eyes.  I visited the dermatologist twice this week.  The first time, he thought it was a peanut allergy, so I was put on anithistimines; however, while on antihistimines I developed swollen eyes and lips!  Upon visiting the doctor again, I was prescribed a topical ointment for the lip area.  The doc said that this condition is tricky to diagnose.  Needless to say, I am on medicine and still getting flare ups!  I have found a cold compress works to bring down the swelling on the eyelids.  Also, I am going to try taking an allergy medicine like Claritin everyday to see if my symptoms will stay away!  Has anyone tried a daily allergy medicine like Claritin?   Does it work for these symptoms?

[RoyGroup]

I tend to be a naturalist so when I start taking pills and/or supplements, my family knows I am getting desperate for help.  I have the red, swollen, puffy eyes with crusting along with the swollen, cracked lips.  I have tried many different creams like the ones listed above but has only covers up the symptoms.  I have tried Claritin and Benadryl, but again and of course since these are not cures but symptom cover ups, no major permanent changes occurred.  I have noticed the symptoms increase around my mouth when I eat vegetables from a bag.  I started noticing the symptoms when I ate a large salad at my favorite restaurant.  I later found out they changed their vegetable rinse.  I have since found out that vegetables (organic included) are rinsed before they are put into bags for resale.  If anyone knows the name of this rinse, I would appreciate the information.  I have also noticed an increase in my symptoms when we started feeding our cow Alfalfa hay. At this time, I cannot touch our cow without a swelling episode.  I went on vacation for 6 days and eat a lot of organic yogurt and kefir (unfortunately the sugar content was still in the product) and stayed away from the tv and computer.  I did not eat any fresh vegetables that were packaged in a bag.  I found my symptoms greatly reduced.  I cannot say my symptoms reduced due to a reduced stress level because the trip brought a high incident of problems and my stress was very high.  Has anyone looked into vegetable and grain chemicals as the "catalyst" for our problems?

[lindy_lu]

Have you tried replacing your pillow?  Sometimes an allergic reaction can develop for no good reason. Your body may have begun to react to dust mites so whilst you were overseas you had a reprieve and on return the allergy built up again.

Only a thought. You may well have already done this.  If your pillow is an irreplacable old favourite then give it a really hot wash and place it into a freezer for 24 hours now and again. Hope this helps.

[BBL3223]

My eyes are swollen and lips are cracked.  This is due to an allergic reaction to gel nails in close proximity to myself (not in me).  Hope this helps you, perhaps you're allergic to your co-worker's fake nails.  Also, there is a long drying period, and emits voc.

[carolinefaye]

I have been having problems with this for two years now. Inflammed lips, itchy puffy eyelids. It has been misery. The symptoms started suddenly, and now I will break out in a rash if I use anything other then vasaline on my lips. I never had allergies as a child, and I used to wear makeup everyday.

My doctor doesn't do anything besides prescribe antihistamines. I have been taking claritin for 2 years, and it seems hit and miss. If I so much as kiss my husband I may get a rash from his lip balm. It is really depressing.

When I get stressed out, the symptoms intensify. I also had a blood test that showed I had %1000 more anti-bodies in my blood stream then normal...I should see an allergist I suppose.

Anyway, I hope that might be remotely helpful for someone! xoxo.

[Pam90255]

I have the same symptoms, for almost three months now, out of the blue.  I also am experiencing the end of my tongue being somewhat irritated, numb, and mapped.  Some mornings, I wake up with swollen gums behind my front teeth; wondering if my tongue is causing that while I sleep!  
Anybody here having tongue issues along with lips and eyes?  
I've tried all kinds of topical things on my lips and eyes, but nothing seems to really work.  This week, I'm trying the apple cider vinegar, as I've heard from other sources that this is really good.  I'm also adding flax seed oil, having heard that it's good for skin conditions.
I have no hope that going to an allergist will help to pinpoint my problems; it all seems like guesswork!      

[johnny318]

I have broken out in red itchy patches all over my skin.  My eyes swell and my top lip goes numb.  This have happened twice over the past two months.

[mnm5]

I am in the same boat.  After several doctor visits and many different diagnosis's.  the doctors have said Staph, Steven Johnson syndrome, medication allergies, seasonal allergies, ect..  I have asked several times why this is only on the right side of my body but no Doctor can answer that question.  Please keep us posted if you come up with anything new to try.

[Islip63]

In  April I started with the itchy, watery eyes.  I has progressed to a rash on my face. I have been to the allergist, and the dermatologist who told me it was eczema.  I am staring to think it has to do with a root canal I had done.  The root canal was in Nov. 2006 and had to be redone in April and was wondering if anyone who has been experiencing similar symptoms had a root canal.. The doctors don't seem to want to find out what's causing this, they only want to treat the symptoms, but I don't seem to be getting any better.  The itching is driving me crazy and at this point I'm considering having the tooth pulled.

[lisamarie524]

I dont have the lip thing but my eyes seem to go red swollen ithchy and dry with this getting worse as the day goes on and every thing i apply stings like mad apart from vaseline - i would like to point out it always seems to happen the morning after i have had a few drinks, with my tipple been Vodka and diet coke???

It might sound silly but my sis has had the same thing a few years ago and eventually it dissapeared.

Does any one find this is the case or is it just me and my Sis that could be allergic to booze - hope not!!

[peasnlove]

My SO had the swollen lip, swollen eye, swollen face, and peeling skin issue for about 3 months. We went from doctor to doctor and everyone doled out the Prednisone- which worked while he took them, BUT once he stopped, he'd swell up again.

We tried everything, herbal remedies, food diary, restricting suspected foods and changing soaps/detergents. Then we went to an allergy doctor who did some testing and nothing was found.

We were about to give up and I suggested he stop using the vitamin E oil he used to moisturize his face. Everyone was intrigued about how it was just his face that was affected....so I suggested he stop using it.
He stopped and the swelling stopped completely! His face started to peel but there was no swelling. We switched to Aquaphor moisturizer- It's either a Eucerine or Lubriderm product and he is well on the road the recovery.

We spent the entire summer dealing with this issue and when we were running out of patience and money and I got tired of researching foods online and checking allergy sites- I just suggested he switch a cosmetic product and it worked.

As everyone has mentioned here the Prednisone masks the symptoms and does not treat what is actually going on.....so please heed the advice with regard to Prednisone- plus long term use is dangerous for your liver.....we relied on it for months because once the swelling was down he felt ok to go out in public and actually work without wearing sun glasses to hide his eye swelling.....

I wanted to share this with the forum since I relied heavily on the posts here for some solace and to vicariously commiserate.

[millieme]

One of my eyes became irratated and by morning was swollen shut and slightly red on the lid...Then my lips became red around the lip lining and small rash around then down to my chin, a mild red rash.  no other area of my face, then the next day the other eye started.  I took beyndrl and it seemed to help a little but when that wore off everything was back. I used a cortisone cream on the chin also.  By the 3rd day my throat was feeling funny and I had a dry cough and felt weird, concerned due to eyes getting worse and having had anaphalactic before sent me to the emergency room because of the breathing.  I was hooked up to a heart monitor for 2 hrs. and after being stable I had a choice of IV meds, (which would make me sleepy) or meds at home, being alone I chose to go home.   They said it was an allergy.  I was not satiisfied, (am the very curious type, have to have answers) and also very concerned over my eyes, (had some blurryness and itching so bad) so went in the next day to my opthamologist.  She said prendisone eye drops were more effective and to continue the low dose of prendison the ER doc. gave me with the anihistimin.  My eye pressure up  and she will check me again in 4 days.  The drops have greatly helped also the lips and chin, the eyes are almost healed and the lips and chins flare up off and on. As for the eyes everyone should have them checked by your eye doctor, I will climb the highest mountain to protect my eyes.  Also long term prendison can be harmful and one should be checked often by their doctor.  The ER doctor also said underlining illness can cause these problems so next is a check with my primary doc, blood tests etc. to determine what is going on....Weird weird weird things happen to us it seems, but I will get to the bottom of this ( I hope)

[Julie31]

A couple of months ago I woke up to have very sore dry lips which gradually became swollen during the day.  The next day the tops of my eyes became very sore, dry and a bit lumpy, and then the next morning when I woke up my eyes lids were very swollen.  I have not, to my knowledge, ate or drank anything different, or used any different cosmetic products.  This went away and then last week back it came out of the blue - any ideas from anyone Thanks

[G453]

In August, out of the blue like many of you, I started having symptoms.  It started out with a little spot on my lower lip, that I wasn't really sure was new.  I wondered if it could be a cold sore (which I've never had before), so I got something for that.  Then my eyelids started to get red & itch.  I went to the doctor & she told me it was an allergy (I've never had any) and to take Claritin.  It didn't work and just got worse.  Now I was having redness & itching in a kind of band across my neck by my Adam's Apple, and my nose, up by my eyes was irritated.  All of these areas started flaking, almost like they were sunburned & peeling.  I thought it might be poison oak, so I treated for that.  That didn't work either.  By this time a month had gone by & I'd had to go to work every day with my eyes all red & wrinkeled.  Also around my mouth was red & rough.  I work with the public, so it was quite embarrassing.

I went back to the doctor & got the course of Prednisone, which cleared it up while I took it, but it reappeared within a day or two.  So I got another course of Prednisone, with the same results.  I went back to the doctor again to get a referral to a dermatologist.  This was a different doctor & I got the appointment, but she also gave me a shot of KENALOG.  It's supposedly like Prednisone (a steroid, I imagine).  That was at the end of October.  It cleared it all up, and by the time I had my appointment with the dermatologist (mid-December) there was nothing for her to see.  I don't know if it will come back, but it's been two months now & at least I have relief.  I avoid taking medications if I can & know the danger of taking steroids for too long a time, but to those who suffer with this, it might be worthwhile to ask for a shot.

G

P.S. I had not changed anything in my diet, detergents, makeup, etc. that may have brought this on.  It is still a mystery to me!

[Sballgurl]

I've had the same symptoms as most of you, swollen and itchy eyes and lips that comes and goes.  My whole face was also itchy.  My fingertips have little bumps all over them.  I have not changed anything in my diet or cosmetics.  I went to the doctor and she said I have eczema and gave me Desonide cream for it.  This helped a lot for the itchy face but all the other symptoms(swollen and itchy eyes and lips, and bumpy fingertips) have returned.  I have found that using A + D Ointment on my lips helps a lot.  As for my eyes all I know to do is use cold compresses.  I have no idea what causes my bumpy fingertips. Any ideas?

[KatyinPeru]

I have the itchy lips, puffiness and burning.  In my twenties I went to a dermatologist, (which I suggest you see before an allergist).  On the spot he told me what I have is something that women from 20-30 mainly get, I am sorry I don't remember the diagnosis.  He had given me hydrocortizone, and it worked.  I find the flare ups come when I am not sleeping, and I am stressed.  Although I don't feel mentally stressed, my body is stressed.  My lips also peeled if I didn't get the medicine in time.  
I do see a corralation to raw fruits and vegetables, such as: apples, mangos, strawberries, celery, carrots.  Immediately my throat itches.  I do not drink alcohol at all, so I wonder if the above commentors have anything to worry about, unless some of these fruits are used in your drinks.
I am now living in Peru, and it just flamed up after three years.  My lips are burning and their is no relief!  
I had started to use Mary Kay Cosmetics a few years back and it all went away!  Just recently I have run out, and beening unable to get the product, I had the flare up...but as I said, there were other factors...I ate a mango, was catering a wedding and had recently moved.  
I hope this helps...go to a dermatologist, not an allergist first.

[Brit_87]

I experienced the red puffy eyes and swollen lips last year. I had no idea what it was and tried changing a few different make-up products. After about a week or two it went away but I still had no idea why it was there in the 1st place, or what made it go away. Today I woke up with it again.
I didn't try going to the doctors last time since it did go away and reading all of these posts don't know if that even would be helpful. I will definitely be trying some different things and different make-up again and will post again if I figure out what's going on.

[Mo1995]

Have had same problems as all of you. Red, itchy patches on eyelids and below one eye. Lips that are red, dry and itchy with vertical lines that make me look like I have smoked all my life. I first developed symptoms after taking a second course of antibiotics for a sinus infection. I developed all the above symptoms but also had swelling so the doctor thought I was having a reaction. I discontinued the antibiotic and have had this same problem for about seven months. I stopped using my mineral make-up, can't use most lip balms as they cause burning and itching. I have also been told to take an antihistamine and that did not help. Have tried just about everything. I will try some of the suggestions posted. Maybe it is yeast related and will use some pro-biotics to see if I get relief!

[Suze14]

I've found these posts very helpful just in knowing there're others with the same problem.  About a month ago I suddenly developed red, itchy, swollen eyes.  My lips are also very scaly and dry.  Being in the northeast winter, I first thought it was severe dry skin but now realize that's not the case.  My eyes are so dry and tight feeling, it seems my vision is starting to be affected.  Every product except vasoline burns and stings. There are some good tips and advice in all of your comments.  I'll be looking into the food-based (yeast infection) solutions as well as some of the topical solutions.  Please keep posting anything that helps, this condition is truly a misery.

[maggie_d]

I have the same problems. Until 8 years ago, I was perfectly fine. Then I moved to a bigger city for University and the same year I got the first allergy symptoms. It started with pollen allergy, especially allergy to grasses. Then allergy to sour fruits (pineapple, kiwi, oranges). My doctor perscribed antihistamines, however, after a few years they stopped working. A couple of years ago, I started getting rash on my lips whenever using lip gloss.

I definitely think it's related to the environment because every time I go visite my parents (who live outside the city) for a longer period, all symptoms dissapear. The last couple of years I have tried to avoid using make-up, shampoos, lip balms and detergents containing parabens and perfumes and I use as few  face/body-creams and make-up products as possible. It has helped a lot with the pollen allergy and I haven't used antihistamines for several years now. I also think food additives bear a major responsibility in allergies, and I try not to buy foods containing more than 2 E numbers....

However, a month ago my eyelids started itching and it hasn't stopped yet. This I don't know how to explain and I tell myself it's related to stress as it started the same time as I went into a very stressfull period. So hopefully it will go away soon :)

[joyello18]

I had the same rashes (dry, flaky, bumpy, itchy skin) on my eyelids and lips for a year or so with no relief.  My Dr finally helped me diagnose it as an ALLERGY TO PETROLEUM, including anything with petroleum products.  I switched to all organic makeups, lotions, soaps, toothpaste, etc. for anything that touched my face, being careful to avoid anything with a petroleum base or petrol derivatices.  In addition, I eliminated POLYESTER CLOTHING from my wardrobe, as it also caused itchy skin wherever it touched me, although it never caused rashes.  The rashes disappeared and did not reoccur until just recently, and I have identified the new problem as certain types of salad dressing. I haven't figured out yet if it is an allergy to the oil/vinegar or whatnot (these are organic salad dressings without any additives, so I know it's not that).  I eat a large salad every day so I have been miserable with the rashes on my lips.  I'll post again when I figure it out!

[Monalisa1120]

I have a similar set of symptoms: eye swelling, lip swelling, and throat and tongue swelling.  It has been going on for 3 months now and has progressively gotten worse.  I took asprin the other day and had an immediate reaction where eyes, lip, throat all swelled up terribly.  It took days to go away.

My allergist said that I may have an allergy to the asprin, ibuprofin, and naproxin family of drugs.  I didn't have this allergy prior to 3 months ago.  I used to take all these drugs regularly.   Today I have itchy hands and swollen throat.  I carry an epi-pen and prednizone to slow the swelling.  I also usually take benedryl at nights if I'm having issues around bed time.  I had a food allergy panel done and I don't have food allergies.  My husband suggested that this may not be an allergy but an immunity problem.  I'm stratching my head trying to figure out what is going on.  

Please keep the blog posts coming.

[pollywaddle]

I have had really swollen eyes for almost a year, i thought i might be allergic to cats(i have 6), It really ***** since i have always been told what beautiful eyes i have, i also noticed that my Rosecea has gotten worse, does anyone else have Rosecea??(pronounce ro-z-shea )It's a skin disease causing red pathy skin and it's a sort of adult acne without the big bumbs, i had laser surgery done on my eye a month ago and they couln't figure it out either, I have fibromyalgia and a lot of other  pain problems and take a lot of medications, but ibuprofen, i just started about the same time this started but i really need it for my arthrituis..anyway everybody look up Rosecea on webmd  and see if it could be part of the problem, i'm still wearing sunglasses and hoping it will go away...

[jayotg]

Hey you all this is my first post on this site... I too still have some of the same problems like the peeling lips, swollen lips for about 2 yrs. After doing some strenuous research on the Internet, it seems to me that everyone is experiencing lip eczema. So here's what I found. "Eczema is a Greek word and means " to boil over". It is where skin is inflamed, red, and sore. The skin cracks easily. The use of most commercial lip salves made with Petroleum, liquid Paraffin etc will go a long way to making the lips drier.

Most of the foods we eat, the chemicals and even too much sunlight can have an impact on our body especially if we are not hydrated enough. Basically, what I'm saying is all these things weaken our immune system and that is what causes our lips to be like this.
The skin is the first place to show when we have a toxic overload and it can only do good to make sure the bowels are clean and working efficiently to help clear the Eczema up ASAP. If you still don't understand keep on reading!

Your body is equipped to handle some amount of detoxification on its own but problems occur when there is an overload of toxins due to increased acidity. Your organs like your liver, kidney and colon start to slow down. This is when toxins start to show up on your skin, manifesting into a condition called Eczema.

So, in order for your skin (outward appearance) to heal, you must give your body a chance to remove the excess waste and to repair itself. For an eczema condition, you would need to detoxify your body, correct vitamin and mineral deficiencies and restore healthy digestion.

Thank you for reading this, I hope that I can help myself and as many people suffering from this annoying condition.

The site below is a great site for lip eczema..Check it out
http://www.myorganicskincareproducts.co.uk/eczema-on-your-lips

[Hannah07]

About 5 months ago I first starting getting the same symptoms as everyone was describing. It started with a dry itchy patch around my eye. The next morning I woke up with swelling around the whole eyelid and unbearable itchiness. The next morning after that my lip was swollen itchy and cracked. The strange thing was it was only the right side of my face. I was prescribed antihistamines and they did help for a time but, like everyone has been saying, i'm thinking it just masks the symptoms. Also not long after that i had poison ivy twice in a matter of 3 weeks and was prescibed prednisone both times. Immediately following that i had a terrible yeast infection. Doctor said that prednisone is known to cause yeast infections. Just the other day i started with the same symptoms starting on my eye and moving to my lips. AGAIN on the right side of my face only. It is unbearable. I changed my pillow, have been chugging keifer like its my job, taking claritin and fish oils and i think it is helping a little, only time will tell. Every specialist and doctor i have seen and talked to really has not been much help, i think it is stress and lack of sleep, but i really can't be sure about anything. If anyone has any other ideas or suggestions please keep posting! Comments were very helpful and although I feel bad for everyone its a relief to know that i'm not the only one!