Eczema

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Contact Dermatitis

Overview
Contact dermatitis is an eczema like skin reaction that is produced by exposure to an irritating substance such as detergents, soaps, certain plants, and solvents. It can also be caused by an acquired hypersensitivity to an allergen, which is a substance that causes an allergic reaction. The first exposure to a particular allergen does not trigger a reaction or irritation, but causes the person to develop sensitivity. Subsequent exposure then produces an itchy ra ..Read the full article