ihoherkistymistä
Ihoherkistyminen, also known as skin sensitization, is an immunological process where repeated exposure to a substance leads to an allergic reaction upon subsequent contact. This is distinct from simple skin irritation, which is a direct toxic effect on the skin. Sensitization involves the immune system recognizing a substance as foreign and initiating a specific response.
The process typically occurs in two phases. The induction phase involves initial exposure(s) to the sensitizing
Symptoms of skin sensitization, when it manifests as allergic contact dermatitis, can include redness, itching, swelling,