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Irritant Contact Dermatitis  Information for adults

Picture of Irritant Contact Dermatitis: This image displays scaling bumps and slightly elevated lesions typical of dermatitis, with severe involvement in the patient's armpit. Divider line
This image displays scaling bumps and slightly elevated lesions typical of dermatitis, with severe involvement in the patient's armpit.
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Signs and Symptoms
The most common location for irritant contact dermatitis is the hands, though any body surface can be involved, including the genitals.
  • Lesions can appear pink to red.
  • In chronic cases, affected areas may develop scale and cracks.
  • In acute cases, areas may have a sharp border corresponding to the areas of chemical exposure.
  • On the fingertips, peeling of the skin, cracks, and scaling may be noted.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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