What causes itchy rashes on the stomach after drinking apple juice?
Patient: Hi Doc.Whenever I have apple juice I seem to get an itchy rash on my tummy and around my back it’s not really red there is just 2 red lines that when I stretch the skin out they go away. I’m not allergic to apples but I think I may guy be allergic to something in the apple juice like mabey the things they might add like reconstituted apple juice or artificial colourings. I just want to know what I have and if it just an allergy Doctor: Hi,  You are most probably suffering from hives (urticaria). You can confirm the diagnosis by avoiding the apple juice and observing the absence of new skin lesions.  The rash is managed by Calamine lotion application and taking antihistamine tablet for a week.   If you have any other problems, do consult your dermatologist for further management.  Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Take care  Regards, Dr Siva Subramanian, Dermatologist