Contact Dermatitis (cont.)
Medical Author:
Gary W. Cole, MD
Gary W. Cole, MDDr. Cole is board certified in dermatology. He obtained his BA degree in bacteriology, his MA degree in microbiology, and his MD at the University of California, Los Angeles. He trained in dermatology at the University of Oregon, where he completed his residency. Medical Editor:
William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR
William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACRDr. Shiel received a Bachelor of Science degree with honors from the University of Notre Dame. There he was involved in research in radiation biology and received the Huisking Scholarship. After graduating from St. Louis University School of Medicine, he completed his Internal Medicine residency and Rheumatology fellowship at the University of California, Irvine. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology. IN THIS ARTICLE
Follow-upAvoid scratching, which worsens the inflammation. Continue self-care until all symptoms are gone. If you have been treated by your health care provider, complete the recommended treatment. If you are taking oral steroid medication, finish the entire prescription, or the rash may come back. You may be taking medicine for only three to five days, or for as long as four weeks, depending on the severity of your reaction. If you have frequent dermatitis, you may want to see an allergy specialist (dermatologist or allergist) to identify the cause. Viewer Comments & ReviewsContact Dermatitis - SymptomsThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What are the symptoms of your contact dermatitis? |
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The term contact dermatitis sometimes is used incorrectly as a synonym for allergic contact dermatitis (ACD).
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