| Dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin that
produces scaling, flaking, thickening, color changes, and, often,
itching. Many cases of dermatitis are the result of allergies. This
type of condition is called allergic or contact dermatitis. It maybe
caused by contact with perfumes, cosmetics, rubber, medicated creams
and ointments, plants such as poison ivy, and/or metals or metal
alloys such as gold, silver, and nickel found in jewelry or zippers.
Some people with dermatitis are sensitive to sunlight. Whatever the
irritant, if the skin remains in constant contact with it, the
dermatitis is likely to spread and become more severe.
Stress,
especially chronic tension, can cause or exacerbate dermatitis. Atopic
dermatitis - is a hereditary form of the condition that
usually becomes apparent in infancy. It typically appears on the face,
in the bends of the elbows, and behind the knees. Often, other family
members have histories of
allergies or
asthma. Nummular dermatitis means "coin-shaped" and is a
chronic condition in which round lesions appear on the limbs. It may
be caused by an allergy to nickel, and is often associated with dry
skin. Dermatitis herpetiformis is a very itchy type of
dermatitis associated with intestinal and immune disorders. This form
of dermatitis may be triggered by the consumption of dairy products
and/or gluten. Eczema is a term sometimes used interchangeably
with dermatitis, although some authorities define it as a specific
type of dermatitis distinguished by the presence of fluid-filled
blisters that weep, ooze, and crust over. Seborrhea is a form
of dermatitis that most commonly affects the scalp and/or the face. A colon and intestinal
cleansing
maybe helpful for dermatitis, eczema, and many health issues |