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.

Tuesday, August 29, 2006

Common Types Of Dermatitis

The more common types of dermatitis include: Contact Dermatitis is dermatitis caused by physical contact with an irritant or allergen; Atopic Dermatitis is a hereditary dermatitis thought to be caused by an allergic reaction; Stasis Dermatitis is dermatitis of the leg area due to poor circulation; Seborrheic Dermatitis appears as flaking or redness of the skin; Neurodermatitis is dermatitis caused by repeated scratching or chafing.