How Long Will It Take To Recover From Nickel Allergy & How Long Do The Symptoms Last?

Nickel allergy is an immune system response of your body in the form of an allergy when the body is exposed to nickel. It is the commonest cause of allergic contact dermatitis.⁽¹⁾

The allergic reaction to nickel usually starts within a few hours to days of being exposed to nickel. The allergic reaction may last anywhere between two to four weeks. The reaction is usually seen where your skin encounters nickel however, at times, they may be seen at other areas on the body as well.⁽¹⁾

Nickel allergy has no cure. If you develop an allergy to nickel, there is bound to be an allergic reaction whenever you encounter nickel. The allergic reaction may last for up to 4 weeks and some medications and treatment options may help in reducing the irritation and improve the rash.⁽²⁾

The symptoms of nickel allergy may last for anywhere from two to four weeks. They may gradually reduce or improve over time and with medications.

The symptoms of nickel allergy may last ranging from two to four weeks. The reaction occurs where your body encounters the metal, but it may also occur in other areas of your body. the signs and symptoms of nickel allergy may include –

• A rash or bumps on the skin
• Itching which may be mild to severe
• Redness at the area of rash or any other changes in skin color
• Patches on the skin that may look dry or may resemble a burn
• In severe cases, the rash may develop blisters and drain fluid⁽¹⁾

In case you notice any of these symptoms and signs, it is advisable to consult your doctor immediately

Some factors may elevate your risk for developing a nickel allergy. These factors may include-

• going for body piercings using jewelry containing nickel, as nickel is most commonly used in making jewelry
• working in an occupation involving use of metals may put you at an increased risk for developing nickel allergy than someone who does not work in such an occupation
• you gender may be the factor. Females may be more at risk of getting nickel allergy. One reason to justify this may be that women tend to wear more jewelry and go for more body piercings
• inheritance might play a role. If other people in your immediate family have a nickel allergy, you may be at an increased risk of developing it.
• Allergy to other metals may also increase your risk of getting an allergy to nickel.⁽¹⁾

The nickel allergy itself cannot be prevented. However, it can be avoided by following some simple strategies. These strategies may include-

wearing nickel-free jewelry may help you avoid the nickel allergy⁽¹⁾

• Choose a studio that provides you with a clean, sanitary and a professional environment
• Also, make sure to ask the piercer to use sterile and nickel-free jewelry⁽¹⁾

Use substitutes for common use items that contain nickel, like watchbands, buckle belts, frames of eyeglasses, zippers, buttons, hooks, etc⁽¹⁾

• Avoiding direct contact with nickel may help in avoiding nickel allergy.
• For instance, if you work in an occupation that needs you to touch nickel directly with bare hands, wearing gloves may be the solution, and likewise.⁽¹⁾

Nickel allergy may start within hours or days of being exposed to the metal nickel. It may start in the very first encounter or after repeated encounters with the metal. The symptoms of the allergy may last anywhere between 2 to 4 weeks.

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