What is contact dermatitis? Contact dermatitis is a reaction that occurs when something touches your skin and triggers a rash. The rash may appear right away or it could take some time to develop.

Contact dermatitis, a common skin reaction, arises from irritants or allergens, causing redness and itching. Two types exist: irritant, from direct da ...

From poison ivy and nickel to shampoo and fragrances, thousands of substances could cause this common skin condition. “There are two main types — allergic or irritant (dermatitis),” said Dr. Allison ...

Skin rashes can be confusing. Two main types exist: irritant and allergic contact dermatitis. Irritant reactions happen when something directly harm ...

Many people struggle with skin conditions that cause irritation, redness, and discomfort. Among the most common are Atopic Dermatitis (AD) and Contact Dermatitis (CD), which are often mistaken for one ...

Dermatitis. 2010;21(1):59-60. A 47-year-old female presented for evaluation of a pruritic and painful vulvar dermatitis. The dermatitis began approximately 3 years prior to presentation, shortly after ...

In most cases, the physical examination of a patient with an allergic reaction can provide important clues about the cause of the eruption. Table 2 summarizes the most common causes of contact allergy ...

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A session held at the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting 2024 highlighted the ways in which atopic dermatitis can be treated and addressed in adults and older adults. This content was ...