Contact Dermatitis
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Contact dermatitis is a skin reaction that arises after contact with a substance that irritates it or triggers an allergic response. It appears in the exposed area and usually causes visible discomfort.
Common symptoms: redness, itching, dryness, and, at times, small blisters or scaling in the contact area.
Common causes: soaps, cleaning products, cosmetics, metals in accessories, or certain plants, among other triggers.
The dermatologist is the right professional to study skin conditions, and the allergist can help identify the responsible factor. If you notice skin reactions that recur or do not resolve, it is worth discussing it with a specialist who can assess what is causing them.
Data on 1,413 doctors who treat contact dermatitis
Which specialist treats contact dermatitis?
Contact dermatitis should be evaluated by a dermatologist, with support from an allergist or an immunologist to identify the allergen; in children a pediatrician may be involved. You can book with the right specialist if you have redness or hives after contact with a substance. Identifying the trigger helps prevent future episodes.
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Doctors specialized in contact dermatitis
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Dr. Pedro Mario Gonzalez Martinez
Frequently asked questions
What is contact dermatitis?
Contact dermatitis is a skin reaction that arises after contact with a substance that irritates it or triggers an allergic response. It appears in the exposed area and usually causes visible discomfort.
Which doctor treats contact dermatitis?
Contact dermatitis should be evaluated by a dermatologist, with support from an allergist or an immunologist to identify the allergen; in children a pediatrician may be involved. You can book with the right specialist if you have redness or hives after contact with a substance. Identifying the trigger helps prevent future episodes.