September 15, 2020
Irritation eczema is an inflammatory condition of the skin that occurs as a result of chemical substances in contact with the skin or physical traumas such as cold, heat, friction.
While redness, swelling, peeling and watering are seen in the skin in the early stages, thickening, coarsening and cracks may occur in the skin in the later stages.
In its formation, external factors such as the skin structure of the person, the characteristics and concentration of the irritant, the contact time and dry cold air play a role.
Irritants such as acids, solvents, detergents, alcohols, cleaners, disinfectants, and certain foods, water, and herbs can cause eczema.
Although irritation eczema is frequently seen on the hands, it can also be seen on the arms, especially after detergent contact, on the face after physical factors or the use of unsuitable products, and around the mouth in young children due to food.
The most important step in the treatment is protection from irritants. The person should wash, dry and moisturize their hands after contact with irritants other than water. Hands should not be washed unless necessary, soaps that do not dry the skin should be preferred. Soap preference should be odorless, colorless bar soaps. When contact with irritants is necessary, gloves should be used for a short time, powder-free vinyl or nitrile gloves should be preferred. In cases where clinical findings are severe, creams containing corizon may be recommended by dermatologists.
