(L24) Irritant contact dermatitis
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Diagnosis irritant contact dermatitis is diagnosed Women are 15.34% more likely than Men
Men receive the diagnosis irritant contact dermatitis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis irritant contact dermatitis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease irritant contact dermatitis - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 60-64
Disease Features irritant contact dermatitis
Irritant contact dermatitis - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - irritant contact dermatitis
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Medical history review
- Patch testing
- Skin biopsy
- Lab tests (blood, urine, etc.)
- Photography of the affected area
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Avoid contact with the irritant
- Use a topical corticosteroid cream or ointment
- Apply a cool compress to the affected area
- Take an oral antihistamine such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl) or loratadine (Claritin)
- Use a moisturizing cream or lotion
- Avoid scratching the affected area
- Take a bath with a colloidal oatmeal or baking soda solution
- Apply a topical antibiotic ointment
Irritant contact dermatitis - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease irritant contact dermatitis
Spots on the skin
Spots on the skin can be caused by a variety of conditions, including infections, allergies, and even skin cancer. They can vary in size, shape, color, and texture, and can be raised or flat. Spots can develop gradually or suddenly, and may appear in clusters or as a single spot. Common types of spo...
Rash
(Eruption, Dermatitis, Skin irritation, Hives, Itching, Inflammation, Redness, Bumps, Blotches, Scaly patch)
A rash is an area of irritated or swollen skin. It may appear as red bumps, patches, or blisters and can be itchy, dry, or painful. It can develop suddenly or over time and can be caused by a variety of factors, including allergies, infections, and irritants. Common rashes include eczema, hives, and...
Peeling skin
Peeling skin is a symptom of a variety of skin conditions, often characterized by redness, flaking, and dryness. It can occur in patches or over the entire body. It develops due to a disruption of the skin's protective barrier, which can be caused by environmental factors, such as sun exposure, or u...