Ärtyneisyysihottuma
Ärtyneisyysihottuma, known in English as irritant contact dermatitis, is a common skin condition characterized by inflammation caused by direct damage to the skin from an irritant substance. Unlike allergic contact dermatitis, it does not involve an immune system response. The skin's protective barrier is compromised, leading to symptoms such as redness, dryness, scaling, and sometimes blistering or fissuring.
The severity of irritant contact dermatitis depends on the nature of the irritant, the duration and frequency
Diagnosis is typically based on the patient's history of exposure to irritants and a physical examination of
Treatment focuses on identifying and avoiding the offending irritant. Protective measures, such as wearing gloves, can