Common "contact dermatitis" queries answered by top doctors

Medical Conditions - Contact Dermatitis

Contact dermatitis is the inflammation of the skin either due to an irritant or an allergen. Common skin irritants include sawdust, sanitizers, shampoo, soaps, detergents, chemicals present in daily use products like nail paint removers, floor cleaners, etc. Irritant contact dermatitis presents with ulceration and blistering, dry and crusty skin, etc. Allergic dermatitis is due to an altered immune response towards successive trigger exposure. The triggers can be latex, leather, citrus fruit peel, cosmetic products, nickel jewelry, etc. It is characterized by an itchy rash, burning sensation, redness, swelling of eyes or face, etc.

All contact dermatitis Q&A

How to manage dryness and itching around the navel?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. Dryness and constant itching around the navel area that has persisted for over a year can be very frustrating.

Answered By

Dr. Akanksha Agarwal

Why is one not able to retract the foreskin for a month?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query. The problem of the tight foreskin is a month old and now it is associated with pain and redness.

Answered By

Dr. Alka

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