Histamine intolerance

Histamine intolerance is a condition in which the body fails to properly metabolise histamine, a chemical compound naturally found in many foods and produced in the body.

One of the most common symptoms is skin lesions, which can include hives, redness, itching, and swelling. These symptoms often occur as a result of the consumption of foods rich in histamine or that trigger its release, which is associated with food hypersensitivity.

Treatment of skin symptoms in case of histamine intolerance is based primarily on the elimination of highly histamine-laden foods and following a diet recommended by a dietician, who helps to identify the source of the problem and adjust the menu. Histamine intolerance can also affect the skin's reaction after aesthetic treatments - increasing the risk of redness, swelling or irritation. It is therefore advisable to inform your specialist about this hypersensitivity before performing them to minimise the possibility of adverse effects.