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Dermatitis: Itching
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Seborrheic dermatitis results from skin not growing properly. The cause is not known. Seborrheic dermatitis is not related to diet and is not contagious. Nervous stress and any physical illness tend to worsen seborrheic dermatitis, but do not cause it.
Topical steroids are often used to treat dermatitis. Topical steroids come in different strengths and can have significant side effects. All topical steroids except Hydrocortisone cream must be prescribed by a health care provider.
Seborrheic dermatitis may appear at any age, either gradually or suddenly. It tends to run in families. Seborrheic dermatitis may last for may years and may disappear by itself. Often, it gets better or worse without any apparent reason.
Atopic dermatitis can be caused by allergies, asthma, or stress, and there seems to be a genetic predisposition for atopic conditions. It is sometimes caused by an allergy to nickel in jewelry.
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Persistent itching is a very common, nonspecific sign of dermatitis in dogs and cats. Many conditions may cause dermatitis and prompt an affected animal to scratch or bite itself frequently. Causes of dermatitis include:
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While rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis are different skin disorders, sometimes they can coexist at the same time. Approximately 35% of people with rosacea have seborrheic dermatitis which makes for an even more sensitive skin condition.
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