I don't know why, but I am now having a problem with my wedding band. I am getting these clear blisters, that itch like mad, on my finger all around and underneath my ring. I have not had this problem before and have worn this ring for the last 20 years. I have cleaned it, with jewlry cleaner in a sonic cleaning machine...no luck. I have removed it, and waited until the blisters have completely cleared up and put the ring back on...and my finger blistered right back up again. I am seriously thinking I might have developed an alergy to gold for some odd reason. Though I have a yellow and white gold mixed ring on my opposite hand and am not having a problem with it.
I would really like to see if I can find a way to still wear this ring.....it is my wedding band.
2006-12-20 00:45:45 · 12 answers · asked by Roni 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
I used to tend bar years ago and I got those blisters because moisture stayed under the ring.
even sweat would cause me to break out.
The solution for me was a ring that had a white gold mesh weave around the middle that let air in.
Never had the problem again...
And the first ring was no cheapy, cost me $500 and that was 1978
2006-12-20 00:54:40 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's weird!
I expect you've had an allergy test for gold; I don't expect such an allergy is very common, but I guess it could happen.
But, the first place I'd look is exposure to some new material that's getting lodged or washed under the ring. Have you changed soaps? Are you using a new chemical product? How about any new hobbies such as gardening that would bring your hands into contact with something unusual?
I sure wish you the best of luck; it sounds terrible!
2006-12-20 08:52:01 · answer #2 · answered by silvercomet 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My finger did the same thing..and I have only been wearing it for 4 yrs..TOMORROW!!! YIPPEE SKIPPY!! ~ And I found that it's caused alot by wearing it while showering, or doing dishes or using cleaning chemicals and it gets trapped under the band. This has NO air circulation so it causes a rash or allergy type reaction...try NO wearing it while doing house hold things..even showering. Your skin changes believe it or not like every 7 years...Things that I could eat as a child...I'm now allergic too! You may be getting too much moisture UNDER the band. OR there was a chemical IN THE product they used to clean the band..that you're allergic too!!
2006-12-20 08:52:33 · answer #3 · answered by just me 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Like a pp said you can develop an allergy at any time...it can happen with food, metal, soap etc. etc. If it is an allergy there is not much that can be done...try to buy a sterling silver ring or platinum ring (depending on your income) wear it for a while and see if anything happens. If not get your ring replated with that metal
2006-12-20 08:56:46 · answer #4 · answered by MELONIE T 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Occasionally, hand soap will get under the ring causing irritation.
Has their been any recent changes in your job or home regarding cleaning products, laundry soap, shampoo or soap?
Make an appointment with a dermatologist. If a dermatologist is unable to help you, make an appointment with an allergist.
To clean my jewelery, I use Dawn dish soap and it is as clean and sparkly as using the other cleaners and not as harsh.
2006-12-20 08:59:09 · answer #5 · answered by sunnys_mom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Does the inside of your ring look like it should? I mean does any of the metal look discolored or maybe a little layer of the metal is worn away? If so, maybe that's why it is bothering your skin.
Like you said, maybe you are developing an alergy. Next time you go to your doctor, mention it to him.
2006-12-20 09:36:11 · answer #6 · answered by Barbra 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you've developed dermatitis. You can become allergic to any substance any time in your life. Try wearing it on the other hand and see if you get the blisters. If you do, call a dermatologist.
2006-12-20 08:49:52 · answer #7 · answered by SlapHappy 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
have you cleaned the ring before this time? soemtimes lotions or soap especially if new can get under the ring and irritate you. It may not be the ring itself that is bothering you is it a little tight? Because if it is tight it traps oils and dirt even more. try to look at any changes in your soaps or lotion. if not get a consult to a dermatologist and they can test your skin to see if you are allergic
2006-12-20 08:52:31 · answer #8 · answered by benny619 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, sounds like you may be developing a metal allergy.
2006-12-20 08:49:46 · answer #9 · answered by silverside 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Frodo and Schmegal had a problem with a ring too!!
2006-12-20 08:59:42 · answer #10 · answered by richard c 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋