Tips On…Skin Rash (Contact Dermatitis)

Contact dermatitis is a skin rash that can occur anywhere on the body, caused by contact with an irritating substance. It cannot be spread to another area on the body or to other persons.

Frequent Signs And Symptoms:
Itching
Skin redness
Cracks in the skin
Areas of the skin are weeping and oozing fluid.

Causes:
Some metals in jewelry
Plants (poison ivy, poison oak)
Certain topical medications
Chemicals in some cosmetics and detergents
Latex gloves.

Preventive Measures:

• Avoid contact with any irritant which has caused the rash
• Wear protective gloves
• Protect skin from sunburn and other burns.