Contact Dermatitis Hair Care Products
Dermatitis - contact; Allergic dermatitis; Dermatitis - allergic
Treatment
Initial treatment includes thorough washing with lots of water to remove any trace of the irritant that may remain on the skin. You should avoid further exposure to known irritants or allergens.
In some cases, the best treatment is to do nothing to the area.
Corticosteroid skin creams or ointments may reduce inflammation. Carefully follow the instructions when using these creams, because overuse, even of...
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Contact Dermatitis
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Depending on your pattern of skin symptoms, the doctor will ask about your personal and family allergy history, your history of exposure to... Read more »
Contact dermatitis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Contact dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin caused by direct contact with an irritating substance.See also: Poison ivy - oak - sumacAlternative... Read more »
Seborrheic dermatitis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Dandruff; Seborrheic eczema; Cradle cap Treatment You can treat flaking and dryness with over-the-counter dandruff or medicated... Read more »
Contact dermatitis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Dermatitis - contact; Allergic dermatitis; Dermatitis - allergicPreventionAvoid contact with known allergens. Use protective gloves or other barriers... Read more »
Contact dermatitis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Dermatitis - contact; Allergic dermatitis; Dermatitis - allergicSymptomsItching (pruritus) of the skin in exposed areas Skin redness or inflammation... Read more »
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