(L24.1) Irritant contact dermatitis due to oils and greases

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192 051 in individuals diagnosis irritant contact dermatitis due to oils and greases confirmed

Diagnosis irritant contact dermatitis due to oils and greases is diagnosed Women are 15.34% more likely than Men

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Women receive the diagnosis irritant contact dermatitis due to oils and greases

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Risk Group for the Disease irritant contact dermatitis due to oils and greases - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 60-64

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features irritant contact dermatitis due to oils and greases

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Irritant contact dermatitis due to oils and greases - what does this mean

Irritant contact dermatitis due to oils and greases occurs when the skin is exposed to an irritant such as oil or grease, which can cause inflammation and irritation of the skin. the irritation can lead to redness, itching, burning, and sometimes blistering or cracking of the skin.

What happens during the disease - irritant contact dermatitis due to oils and greases

Irritant contact dermatitis due to oils and greases is caused by direct contact with the skin of certain oils and greases, leading to an inflammatory response. this inflammation is caused by an immune reaction to the foreign molecules, which leads to the release of inflammatory cytokines and the activation of immune cells, resulting in redness, swelling, itching, and blistering of the affected area.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination of the affected area
  • Laboratory tests (e.g. skin scrapings, patch tests, allergy tests)
  • Medical history review
  • Use of topical corticosteroids
  • Avoidance of contact with the irritant
  • Application of topical antihistamines
  • Use of topical emollients
  • Oral antihistamines

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: Reduce inflammation and itching, and prevent further skin irritation.
  • Avoid contact with oils and greases
  • Clean affected area with mild soap and lukewarm water
  • Apply a cold compress to the area to reduce inflammation and itching
  • Apply a topical steroid cream or ointment to the affected area
  • Take an antihistamine to reduce itching
  • Apply a moisturizer to the affected area to help soothe and heal the skin
  • Avoid using perfumes, dyes, and other irritants on the skin
  • Wear loose-fitting clothing to prevent further irritation
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13 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Irritant contact dermatitis due to oils and greases - Prevention

To prevent irritant contact dermatitis due to oils and greases, it is important to wear protective gloves when handling these substances, use appropriate ventilation, and avoid contact with the skin by washing hands and exposed skin immediately after contact. additionally, it is important to use barrier creams and skin moisturizers to reduce skin irritation.