Skin rash after giving birth, which department to examine?

Question
Hello doctor,
I gave birth almost 6 months ago, but my skin often itch with lumps or patches like hives. Usually itches in the evening. Please ask the doctor which department to examine the itchy skin after giving birth? Thanks for the advice doctor.
Anonymous customer
Answer
Answered by Master, Doctor Nguyen Duy Bo - Respiratory Unit - Clinical Allergy Immunology, Vinmec Times City International General Hospital.
Hello friend,
With the question “What kind of clinic do you go to after giving birth to itchy skin? ”, the doctor replied as follows:
Your condition seems to be similar to chronic urticaria. You should make an appointment with an Allergist or Dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate treatment advice. The cause of postpartum urticaria is explained by the body's immune system overreacting to allergens, causing the body to produce histamine, causing the skin to develop hives, inflammation, swelling... The woman's immune system has such abnormal reactions because between pregnancy and the postpartum period, there are hormonal changes but they are not balanced with each other. postpartum allergic urticaria.
If you still have questions about itchy skin after giving birth, you can go to a medical facility under Vinmec Health System for early examination and treatment. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wish you a lot of health.
Best regards!