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(L24.2) Irritant contact dermatitis due to solvents
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192 051 in individuals diagnosis irritant contact dermatitis due to solvents confirmed
Diagnosis irritant contact dermatitis due to solvents is diagnosed Women are 15.34% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis irritant contact dermatitis due to solvents
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis irritant contact dermatitis due to solvents
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease irritant contact dermatitis due to solvents - 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 solvents
Absence or low individual and public risk
Irritant contact dermatitis due to solvents - what does this mean
Irritant contact dermatitis due to solvents is a type of skin inflammation caused by direct contact with certain chemicals, such as paint thinner, gasoline, and other solvents. this type of contact dermatitis is typically characterized by redness, itching, and burning of the skin, as well as blisters, swelling, and cracking.
What happens during the disease - irritant contact dermatitis due to solvents
Irritant contact dermatitis due to solvents is caused by direct contact with a chemical solvent such as alcohol, acetone or gasoline. these chemicals can cause an inflammatory response in the skin, resulting in redness, swelling, itching, and blistering. in some cases, the skin can become thickened and dry, leading to cracking and fissuring of the affected area.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Conduct a physical examination of the affected area.
- Perform a patch test on the affected area.
- Take a detailed history of the patient's exposure to solvents.
- Perform a skin biopsy to confirm the diagnosis.
- Perform tests to rule out other possible causes of dermatitis.
- Prescribe a course of treatment to reduce symptoms.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce inflammation and irritation from the skin due to solvents.
- Avoid contact with solvents
- Apply topical corticosteroids or antihistamines to reduce inflammation
- Clean the affected area with mild soap and water
- Apply cool compresses to the affected area
- Take oral antihistamines to reduce itching and inflammation
- Use moisturizers to soothe and hydrate the skin
- Avoid scratching or rubbing the affected area
- Avoid hot showers or baths
- Wear loose fitting clothing
13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Irritant contact dermatitis due to solvents - Prevention
The best way to prevent irritant contact dermatitis due to solvents is to wear protective clothing such as gloves and long sleeves when working with solvents, avoid direct skin contact with solvents, and use ventilation when working with solvents. additionally, it is important to use the lowest concentration of solvent possible when working with solvents.