Kontaktidermati
Kontaktidermati refers to an inflammatory skin reaction caused by direct contact with a specific substance. It is a type of delayed hypersensitivity reaction, meaning it doesn't occur immediately after exposure but rather develops over hours to days. The reaction is mediated by the immune system, specifically T-cells, which recognize the contactant as foreign and trigger an inflammatory response.
There are two main categories of kontaktidermati: irritant contact dermatitis and allergic contact dermatitis. Irritant contact
Allergic contact dermatitis, on the other hand, is a true allergic reaction. It occurs when an individual
Symptoms of both types of kontaktidermati are similar and can include redness, itching, swelling, blistering, and