Thriving Despite a Nickel Allergy
It has happened to everyone who struggles with
a sensitivity to nickel. You receive a lovely gift. Exactly what you hoped for.
In your hand you hold a small square box, brightly wrapped, and topped with a
bow. The sound of ripping wrapping paper adds to the excitement that fills the
air. You tug open the box to reveal a flash of metal and the shimmer of crystal
or stone. You can’t wait to slip these bright and shiny earrings on.
Maybe you run to the closest mirror to change
your earrings. If you have more self-control you may wait until you are wearing
the perfect outfit for this new accessory. Either way, the experience begins
with a flash of confidence and an appreciation for the beauty of this sweet
little gift. No doubt you shoot a bright smile to your reflection as you take
one last look in the mirror appreciating how this new treasure accentuates your
outfit.
Unfortunately, by the day’s end you have taken
your earrings out. Those dazzling little jewels have left your earlobes itchy
and red. This is the unfortunate experience those of use who suffer from a
nickel allergy repeat again and again.
What is a Nickel Allergy?
When a person with a nickel allergy wears
jewelry that contains nickel, their immune system begins to produce the hormone
histamine. This occurs because the person’s body believes it is under attack.
People with a nickel allergy may experience:
- A rash
- Dry patches on the skin that resemble a burn
- Itching
- A reddening of the skin that came into contact with the metal
- Blisters
Finding a Solution to Your Nickel Allergy
Many of us that live with nickel allergies
understand that our allergic reactions can be treated with antihistamines and
creams. However, one of the best ways to deal with a nickel allergy is to avoid
the things that cause a reaction. This can mean avoiding things that those
without these sensitivities would never think about.
People with a sensitivity to nickel may find
that they have to avoid clothes with snaps, rivets, and fasteners made from
metals. They may find that they have to buy eyeglass frames made from titanium
or plastic. They will also need to buy jewelry made with high quality metals or
medical-grade plastic or medical titanium. You will also need to be cautious
when having piercings or tattoos done.
What jewelry can I wear if I have a nickel allergy?
People who react negatively to metals with
nickel in them can expect to tolerate jewelry made from high end metals,
medical-grade plastic, and medical grade titanium. Many people limit themselves
to a few pieces of jewelry as they react to a wide variety of metals.
People who struggle with nickel allergies
often have no negative reaction to 14-18 karat gold and sterling silver. However, at a certain point, even those metals
trigger an allergic reaction. At this
point, medical grade materials are the only option. Fortunately, there are
creative jewelry manufacturers like Blomdahl who provide a wide array of
jewelry choices in medical-grade titanium. If you haven’t tried medical-grade
titanium before, you can expect to have a surprising experience. Blomdahl’s medical-grade titanium earrings, for example, are exceptionally comfortable as
well as stylish.
For an even more cost-efficient option, you
may wish to try Blomdahl’s medical plastic earrings. This material is truly 0%
metal. The medical benefits, from an
allergy perspective, are ideal for those suffering from advanced nickel
allergy.
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