Prevention
Labels Dermatitis
Prevention of most forms of dermatitis consists of first identifying and
then avoiding the allergen or other cause of the skin rash:
then avoiding the allergen or other cause of the skin rash:
- Atopic dermatitis. Prevention of AD consists of identifying the
specific substances that trigger skin reactions; avoiding contact
with them whenever possible; and applying products that relieve
the itching, dryness, and inflammation of the skin. - Contact dermatitis. In addition to advising the patient to avoid
the allergen or irritating substance, in some cases the doctor can
recommend substitutes for the specific products or substances
causing the rash. - Cercarial dermatitis. To prevent swimmer’s itch, people should
choose swimming areas carefully; avoid marshy or shoreline areas
where snails often live; rinse off thoroughly after swimming; and
use chlorine to keep home pools free of parasites. - Radiation dermatitis. Staying out of the sun between 10 a.m. and
4 p.m.; wearing a hat and clothing that covers as much of the body
as possible; and using sunscreen when outdoors. - Seborrheic dermatitis. Avoiding the use of hair spray or greasy hair
gels or creams is usually necessary. Stress management techniques
are helpful to some patients in preventing flare-ups caused by emotional
stress.
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