It was actually on it's way just prior to the ring. I don't think it's a metal allergy but will investigate that. She rarely wears jewelry except for her wedding ring. When she does it's always silver.
I don't think it's a plant allergy of any sort either since it has occured at various seasons.
It is ALWAYS associated with stress (especially major decisions)
When we got married her chest was covered in hives.
When we signed our first mortgage she had a terrible case of hives for several days. She even had them on the soles of her feet.
Throughout the last several years of marital stress the hives alays popped up when she was stressed the most. A few occasional bouts with eczema occured.
November and part of December were extremely stressful. We "divorced" several unhealthy relationships. People that were around us that caused us great deals of stress. Money was also tied to these relationships so that created stress too.
The eczema started in her ear this time and moved to various parts of the body. Yes it is now coming up under the ring. She did a round of pred which did not get rid of it.
The vacation, although wonderful, was also stress producing. We were physically closer than ever before. She really tried to relax into this but when there was too much she would close off.
So I think this is a stress response. Of course allergies may be partially responsible so we're open to finding something out there also.
