Dermatitis Painful
- Contact Dermatitis
- What Is It? & Symptoms
- Diagnosis & Expected Duration
- Prevention & Treatment
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When To Call A Professional
Call your doctor whenever you are troubled by an area of skin that is red and very itchy, or skin that is cracked, blistered or painfully dry. Even if you are certain that your skin problem is "just a case of poison ivy," your doctor may be able recommend a prescription medication that will relieve your symptoms better than over-the-counter remedies.
Prognosis
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Eczema (atopic dermatitis)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Seborrheic Dermatitis (Seborrhea)
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
When To Call A Professional Call your doctor if you have not been able to control your seborrhea with shampoos and creams. Remember, the goal is... Read more »
Dermatitis Herpetiformis
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Dermatitis Herpetiformis is an uncommon, chronic disease in which the primary clinical manifestations are cutaneous (relating to the skin). It is... Read more »
Exfoliative dermatitis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Exfoliative dermatitis is widespread scaling of the skin, often with itching (pruritus), skin redness (erythroderma), and hair loss. It may occur in... Read more »
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