Allergic contact dermatitis.
Allergic contact dermatitis is a common skin condition that can be difficult to diagnose without the aid of a specific diagnostic tool called patch testing. The pathophysiology, clinical features, diagnosis, and treatment of allergic contact dermatitis are summarized in this review. The process of patch testing, the gold standard for diagnosing allergic contact dermatitis, is discussed in detail.
Zeller
Sarah
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University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, USA.
Warshaw
Erin
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D000284:Administration, Oral; D000287:Administration, Topical; D000893:Anti-Inflammatory Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage; D000941:Antigens; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy; D017449:Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D017453:Dermatitis, Irritant / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006634:Histamine H1 Antagonists / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D008019:Life Style; D010328:Patch Tests; D010353:Patient Education as Topic
D000893:Anti-Inflammatory Agents; D000941:Antigens; D006634:Histamine H1 Antagonists