Allergic contact dermatitis
Acute contact allergy to dimethyl fumarate - the 'Chinese sofa dermatitis' allergen
Keywords: Back, Contact allergy, Dimethyl fumarate allergy, Excoriation, Extensive erythematous rash, Fissuring, Posterior arm, Scaling, Sofa allergy, Sofa material allergy, Sparing of non-contact areas, Trunk, Well-demarcated erythema
What is allergic contact dermatitis?
Allergic contact dermatitis is a form of dermatitis/eczema caused by an allergic reaction to a material, called an allergen, in contact with the skin. The allergen is harmless to people that are not allergic to it. Allergic contact dermatitis is also called contact allergy.
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Source: Dr Ian Coulson