The doctor explained when the allergy to the cold is deadly

Swimming in cold water can cause a life-threatening reaction in people with cold urticaria. This was told by “MK” physician-therapist, head of the Department of therapy “Open clinic”, candidate of medical sciences Anna Cheremisina.

According to the specialist, the danger is not the rash itself, but anaphylaxis - a severe systemic reaction of the body. It can be accompanied by edema of the respiratory tract and a sharp decrease in blood pressure.

“The highest risk is associated with swimming in cold water, so patients with cold urticaria are strongly advised not to swim alone or unattended,” said Cheremisina.

When immersed in water, a large area of the body is cooled, which can provoke a massive release of substances involved in the development of the reaction. Swimming in ice water and immersion in the hole are especially dangerous.

Difficulty breathing, swelling of the tongue or throat, sharp weakness, dizziness and loss of consciousness require an immediate ambulance. It is impossible to expect that the condition will improve after warming.