Hi, I have only just found out today that I have a nickel allergy. I am 33 and have suffered excema/hayfever my whole life. For the past 10 years (could be slightly more or less) if have had dermatitis on my hands. The constant dryness, itchiness, splitting and cracking over the years has been a constant source of distress. Only today have i found out the actual term, which escapes me at the moment. Dr's and pharmacists over the years have only ever provided me with short term topical treatments like cortisone creams.

A few weeks ago my hand became infected and my Dr referred me to a allergy and hormone specialist. I can tell you one thing I have never been more happy to find an answer to my issues. The specialist has put me on a nickel free/dairy free/wheat free diet which from the brief research I have done seems to be quite limiting. Other than the dermatitis there could be other issues such as hormonal and stomach issues. I came across this forum tonight and have read about half way down. My head is spinning. I can relate to a lot of people on this forum and am looking forward to gaining more knowledge in this area.

This next stage of my journey is looking to be one that will be challenging but if it will help me have a better quality of like then I am willing to do whatever it takes. To know I am not alone is an added bonus.