DERMATITIS

The terms eczema and dermatitis are often used interchangeably to describe the same condition. Dermatitis is characterized by a rash, dryness of skin, itching, and redness of skin. The symptoms of dermatitis occur due to the over production of damaging inflammatory skin cells and continue to worsen as a result of certain factors in the environment.

Wednesday, October 26, 2005

Althete's Foot is a Form of Dermatitis

Athlete's foot appears as an itching, burning skin rash on the feet or hands. Blisters often form, and the skin is red and inflamed