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Contact Dermatitis

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Topic: Dermatitis
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Sort Desciption: Contact dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin that happens when an irritating substance touches the skin. The rash is usually just in the area that touched the substance. ...

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What is contact dermatitis? Contact dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin that happens when an irritating substance touches the skin. The rash is usually just in the area that touched the substance. How does it occur? Contact dermatitis occurs when the skin touches a substance that irritates the skin or causes an allergic reaction. Common causes of contact dermatitis from irritants are soaps, detergents, solvents, waxes, polishes, and hand cleaners. Common causes of contact dermatitis from allergic reactions are hair dyes, jewelry, fingernail polish, and deodorants. Some of the other substances that might cause contact dermatitis are rubber, poison ivy, and nickel. (Nickel is often in inexpensive jewelry, belt buckles, and the backs of watches.) What are the symptoms? The symptoms of contact dermatitis include: itching swelling redness of the skin blisters that may break open and ooze, crust, or scale, possibly causing an infection. How is it diagnosed? Your health care provider will ask about possible irritants that may have touched your skin recently. He or she will look at the entire rash, noting where it is and how it looks in each area (for example, whether it is on one or both hands). How is it treated? Your health care provider will prescribe cream or ointment to stop the itching and other symptoms. You may need to take antihistamine pills to help stop any itching and allergic reaction. If your rash is severe, your health care provider may prescribe anti-inflammatory medicine, such as prednisone. How long will the effects last? With treatment, the rash should get better in a few days. How can I take care of myself? Follow the instructions the health care provider gives you. In addition, you can: Avoid further irritating the area of skin where you have contact dermatitis. For example, avoid rubbing the skin or putting cosmetics on the area. Avoid further contact with the substance that appears to cause the dermatitis. ...

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