Eczema/Contact Dermatitis
Eczema/Contact Dermatitis
- Symptoms: dry patches of skin in flexural regions - common areas for contact dermatitis include rash around eye lids, rash around mouth, rash around hairline, hand eczema, and feet eczema.
- Diagnostic testing includes patch testing for:
- Allergy to makeup
- Allergy to metals
- Allergy to fragrance
- Allergy to dyes in clothing
- Allergy to shampoos and conditioners
- Allergy to hair dyes
- Treatment: topical medications, as well as skin care regimen and avoidance of contact allergens