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The term "dermatitis" describes an inflammatory response of the
skin, caused by contact with allergens or irritants, exposure to
sunlight, or by poor circulation, even stress. An example of
contact dermatitis is the reaction of a sensitive person's skin to
poison ivy, oak or sumac. Contact with these plants, which contain
a chemical called urushiol, produces an itchy rash, redness,
blisters and scaling. AVOID SCRATCHING. Scratching the rash may
spread the inflammation, lead to infection and even leave
scars.
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Review Date: 2/5/2008
Reviewed By: Kevin Berman, MD, PhD, Associate, Atlanta Center for
Dermatologic Disease, Atlanta, GA. Review provided by VeriMed
Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical
Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical
condition. A licensed medical professional should be consulted for
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