Water, as we know, is vital for humans. But what if you are allergic to it?
Is there an allergy to water?
Although this autoimmune disease is rare, it does exist – water allergy even has its own name: “aquagenic urticaria.”
The main symptom of the disease is blisters that appear upon contact with water.
The reaction occurs from liquids of any temperature, purity and salinity, so people with water allergies may find it difficult to even wash their hands or be in the rain.
Sometimes itching occurs during crying, when tears flow down the cheeks, in case of sweating and even during a trip to the toilet.
Once the area of skin that came into contact with water dries, the rash will go away within 1-2 hours.
Researchers still cannot name the cause of the disease.
This may be due to its extreme rarity, as only 100 cases have been reported since the disease was first described in 196.
