Allergic contact dermatitis
Nickel allergy on the wrist from a bangle
Keywords: Allergic contact eczema, Allergic reaction, Arm, Contact allergy, Erythematous vesicular rash, Infant, Metal bangle, Nickel allergy, Nickel jewlery, Satellite erythematous papules, Wrist
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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