dermatitis

Noun

Meaning

Inflammation of the skin.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

mange rickets cellulitis ringworm erysipelas ichthyosis erythema pemphigus eruption inflammation rash lupus scabies herpes acne
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Hypernyms

disease eczema

Hyponyms

atopic dermatitis neurodermatitis atopic eczema diaper rash cradle cap hypericism

Phrases with the word

mite-induced dermatitis mexican beer dermatitis margarita dermatitis cosmetic dermatitis fungal dermatitis of the groin solar dermatitis

Examples

Allergic contact dermatitis; however, can occur following brief exposures to specific substances that a person is sensitive to. Source: Internet

Allergy to these compounds is the leading cause of allergic contact dermatitis in florists in the US. citation Pollen from ragweed Ambrosia is among the main causes of so-called hay fever in the United States. Source: Internet

Cases of photoaggravated allergic contact dermatitis, i.e. worsening of skin lesions after sun exposure, have also been reported. Source: Internet

Contact with products containing chromates can lead to allergic contact dermatitis and irritant dermatitis, resulting in ulceration of the skin, sometimes referred to as "chrome ulcers". Source: Internet

Contact dermatitis is typically treated by avoiding the allergen or irritant. citation citation Antihistamines may be used to help with sleep and to decrease nighttime scratching. Source: Internet

For example irritant dermatitis often occurs on the hands of people who frequently get them wet. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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