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(L24.6) Irritant contact dermatitis due to food in contact with skin
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192 051 in individuals diagnosis irritant contact dermatitis due to food in contact with skin confirmed
Diagnosis irritant contact dermatitis due to food in contact with skin is diagnosed Women are 15.34% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis irritant contact dermatitis due to food in contact with skin
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis irritant contact dermatitis due to food in contact with skin
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease irritant contact dermatitis due to food in contact with skin - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features irritant contact dermatitis due to food in contact with skin
Absence or low individual and public risk
Irritant contact dermatitis due to food in contact with skin - what does this mean
Irritant contact dermatitis due to food in contact with skin occurs when the skin is exposed to food that is acidic or alkaline, causing an allergic reaction resulting in red, itchy, and inflamed skin. this type of dermatitis can be caused by direct contact with food, such as when handling raw fruits or vegetables, or when food comes into contact with skin due to sweat or clothing.
What happens during the disease - irritant contact dermatitis due to food in contact with skin
Irritant contact dermatitis due to food in contact with skin is caused by a reaction to the proteins found in certain foods when in contact with the skin. the proteins cause a release of inflammatory mediators, resulting in an inflammatory response that manifests as redness, swelling, and itching of the affected area. this reaction is exacerbated by repeated exposure, leading to more severe symptoms with time.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the affected area
- Patch test to identify the allergen
- Prick test to confirm the diagnosis
- Blood tests to rule out other conditions
- Skin biopsy to confirm the diagnosis
- Elimination diet to identify the trigger food
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat the Irritant Contact Dermatitis due to food in contact with skin.
- Avoid further contact with the irritant food.
- Clean the affected area with gentle soap and lukewarm water.
- Apply a moisturizing cream or ointment to the affected area.
- Use a mild steroid cream or ointment to reduce inflammation.
- Take an oral antihistamine to reduce itching.
- Wear loose-fitting clothing.
- Use a cold compress to reduce itching and inflammation.
- Apply a topical anesthetic to reduce pain and itching.
- Avoid scratching the affected area.
- Take an oral corticosteroid to reduce inflammation.
13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Irritant contact dermatitis due to food in contact with skin - Prevention
The best way to prevent irritant contact dermatitis due to food in contact with skin is to always wear gloves when handling food, avoid direct contact with the skin, and wash hands thoroughly after handling food. additionally, it is important to properly store and handle food to avoid contamination and cross-contamination.