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contact dermatitis
noun
inflammation of the skin caused by an allergic reaction to contact with an animal, vegetable, or chemical substance.
Example Sentences
Wear protective gloves and long sleeves, as the sap can cause contact dermatitis.
It may also result in contact dermatitis, often an itchy skin reaction.
While the aluminum in antiperspirants can cause a type of allergic reaction called contact dermatitis for a small minority of people with sensitive skin, it’s usually perfectly safe for most underarms, she adds.
Studies have shown that some of these chemicals can cause headaches, breathing problems, contact dermatitis and other health issues.
In 2019, he was diagnosed with contact dermatitis whilst in jail, with his doctor suggesting he might have been exposed to "some toxic agent".
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