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Dermatitis: Irritants
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A prescription-strength steroid ointment is the treatment of choice for nummular dermatitis. A short course of an oral steroid (eg, prednisone) is occasionally required. It may be helpful to avoid irritants, if they can be identified. Skin moisturizers are an important part of the management of nummular dermatitis; a rich moisturizing cream or ointment should be applied immediately after bathing.
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Irritant dermatitis can be caused by anything that causes abrasions on the skin or that removes the skin’s natural oils. Also, such materials or activities can make the skin more susceptible to dermatitis. Dry air, extreme cold, changing humidity, and even the normal aging process can predispose the skin to dermatitis.
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People suffering from dermatitis/eczema are sensitive to some of the items listed above and should be mindful of their condition and avoid contact with any irritant. Prolonged exposure to the materials may worsen the symptoms and cause the dermatitis to spread.
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Contact dermatitis can be prevented by avoiding the source of irritation. If the irritant cannot be avoided completely, the patient should wear gloves and other protective clothing whenever exposure is likely to occur.
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Both sexes are equally susceptible to irritant contact dermatitis. Those with dry skins or who have one or more of the 'atopic' conditions (eczema, asthma or hay fever) are more likely to develop an irritant contact dermatitis.
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Contact dermatitis is a common cause of rashes. It causes redness, itching and burning where you have touched an irritant, such as a chemical, or something you are allergic to, like poison ivy.
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