Dermatitis From Sun Exposure
- Contact Dermatitis
- What Is It? & Symptoms
- Diagnosis & Expected Duration
- Prevention & Treatment
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What Is It?
Contact dermatitis is a form of skin inflammation that occurs because the skin has been exposed to a substance that irritates it or that causes an allergic reaction. A long list of natural and synthetic chemicals can trigger contact dermatitis, including those found in soaps, household cleaners, laundry detergents, metal jewelry, perfumes, industrial solvents, cosmetics, fabric finishes, shampoos and even antibiotic ointments. As a result, the problem can develop in an almost...
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From Our Sources
Contact dermatitis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Dermatitis - contact; Allergic dermatitis; Dermatitis - allergicTreatmentInitial treatment includes thorough washing with lots of water to remove any... 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 »
Eczema (atopic dermatitis)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Eczema is a chronic skin disorder that involves scaly and itchy rashes. Atopic eczema is the most common type. See also: Contact... 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 »
Sun-Damaged Skin
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
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