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Allergic contact dermatitis
- Localized allergic inflammation of the skin Type I hypersensitivity reaction
- [1] Usually confined to area of skin in contact with allergen
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Allergic contact dermatitis-Signs and symptoms
- [a] Rash accompanied by erythema 1-2 days after contact
- [b] Pruritis
- [c] Burning
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Allergic contact dermatitis-Diagnosis and Treatment
- [3] Diagnosis
- [a] Visual examination
- [4] Treatment
- [a] Oral or topical glucocorticosteroids
- [b] Oral or topical histamine (H1) receptor antagonists
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Atopic dermatitis or eczema
- (a) A chronic skin disorder that involves scaly and itchy rashes
- [1] Predominantly found in children, affecting 10-15%
- [2] Long-term irritation and scratching can cause the skin to thicken and have a leather-like texture
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Atopic dermatitis or eczema - Signs and symptoms
- [a] Blisters oozing and crusting [e] Rash
- [b] Dry, leathery skin [f] Raw skin areas from itching
- [c] Ear discharge or bleeding [g] Skin discoloration
- [d] Intense itching
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Atopic dermatitis or eczema- Diagnosis
[a] Visual examination
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Atopic dermatitis or eczema-Treatment
- [a] Soothe less severe, healing, or dry scaly lesions
- {1} Moisturizers, mild soaps, or wet dressings
- {2} Mild anti-itch lotions or topical glucocorticosteroids
- [b] Chronic thickened areas
- {1} Tar-containing compounds ointments or creams to lubricate or soften the skin
- {2} Oral glucocorticosteroids
- {3} Topical immunomodulators
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