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.

Monday, December 11, 2006

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.