Dermatitis or eczema is an inflammation of the skin caused by exposure to an irritant.
Risk factors. They include other diseases, irritating substances, allergies and your genetic makeup. It is not dangerous or contagious, but can cause redness, swelling, flaking and itching.
Allergic contact dermatitis is caused by exposure to a substance or material to which one has become extra sensitive or allergic.
Irritant dermatitis, the most common type of contact dermatitis, is caused by excessive skin exposure in terms of intensity or time to an agent that may cause irritation.
Treatment. Avoid scratching, apply anti-itch creams and cool, wet compresses, take a cool bath and wear soft cotton clothing.
The most common type of eczema is atopic dermatitis. It is an allergic symptom that leaves dry and itchy skin. It is more common in babies and children.
There are two types of contact dermatitis: irritant or allergic.
Irritant dermatitis, the most common type of contact dermatitis is caused by contact with acids, alkaline materials such as soaps and detergents, fabric softeners, solvents or other chemicals.
Other irritants include:
- Cement.
- Hair dyes.
- Prolonged exposure to wet diapers.
- Pesticides or weed killers.
- Rubber gloves.
- Shampoos.
Common allergens are:
- Adhesives, such as those used for false eyelashes and hairpieces.
- Antibiotics such as neomycin rubbed on the skin surface.
- Balsam of Peru (used in many personal and cosmetic products as well as in many foods and beverages).
- Fabrics and clothing.
- Fragrance perfume, cosmetics, soaps and moisturizers.
- Nail polish, hair dyes and permanent-wave solutions.
- Nickel and other metals (found in jewellery, watchbands, metal zippers, bra hooks, buttons, knives, lipstick cases and powder compacts).
- Ivy, oak, sumac and other poisonous plants.
- Gloves or rubber or latex shoes.
For more information visit:
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
http://www.aaaai.org/conditions-and-treatments/conditions-dictionary/atopic-dermatitis-(eczema).aspx
Atopic dermatitis
https://www.aad.org/dermatology-a-to-z/diseases-and-treatments/a---d/atopic-dermatitis
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