Contact Dermatitis
You’ve noticed a red, itchy area on your skin, and you wonder if you should be concerned. Chances are, you have contact dermatitis, which is usually easily treated and healed. Learn the symptoms of contact dermatitis and some of the more common remedies.
Symptoms
Contact dermatitis is an allergic or irritant reaction that causes a painful or itchy skin rash. As the name suggests, you get contact dermatitis from coming into contact with an allergen (like poison ivy) or an irritant (like a chemical).
Common symptoms include:
- Swelling
- Burning or stinging
- Dry or cracked skin
- Blisters
- Skin ulcers
Treatment
Treatment for both types of contact dermatitis is the same. Even with treatment, it can take several weeks for the rash to go away. Treatments include:
- Avoiding the allergen
- Hydrocortisone cream
- Topical steroids
Find a provider that will deliver personalized treatment options for your skin health.