As most of us know, the medicinal use of marijuana is very controversial from a political and moral perspective. This is because marijuana is a drug that has both physiological and psychological effects that have convinced lawmakers that it should be illegal to possess. Today, I'd like to talk about marijuana and its potential, legal use for allergic contact dermatitis.
Allergic contact dermatitis is a very common condition that results from physical contact with something that causes an...
Nickel is a common cause of allergic contact dermatitis. Contact dermatitis has a different allergic mechanism from that which causes... Read more »
The beginning of summer kicks off the camping and hiking season, anxiously awaited by those who have endured a long cold winter. But being... Read more »
Latex is a natural rubber from the rubber tree, and can be found in gloves, condoms, balloons, and rubber bands. Most latex reactions cause... Read more »
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 »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Dermatitis - contact; Allergic dermatitis; Dermatitis - allergicPreventionAvoid contact with known allergens. Use protective gloves or other barriers... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Dermatitis - contact; Allergic dermatitis; Dermatitis - allergicTreatmentInitial treatment includes thorough washing with lots of water to remove any... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Dermatitis - contact; Allergic dermatitis; Dermatitis - allergicSymptomsItching (pruritus) of the skin in exposed areas Skin redness or inflammation... Read more »
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Prevention In general, you can prevent contact dermatitis by avoiding exposure to irritating chemicals, plants, jewelry and other substances that... Read more »
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