Symptoms of DERMATITIS

Contact dermatitis produces red, itching areas. Blistering of the skin may develop. The changes are limited to regions of contact with an offending agent. Neurodermatitis causes itching which is at times severe. It is worsened by anxiety. Skin changes occur from frequent itching and disappear if it can be controlled. Atopic dermatitis produces itchy, thickened areas of skin. It frequently begins in childhood and tends to run in families. It is common to have allergies. The symptoms usually improve after adolescence. The skin may be fissured cracked. It is most commonly seen in the front of the elbow and back of the knee. Stasis dermatitis results from vascular disease, mostly affecting the veins. There is edema of the legs. The skin above the ankles on the inside is mostly affected. It appears thickened and itches. Prominent veins may be noted. Seborrheic dermatitis produces scaling and greasy appearing skin. It occurs on the nose, between the eyebrows and behind the ears. Their is dandruff which is difficult to control. Over treatment dermatitis occurs when the skin has been subject to harsh dermatological treatments. it becomes red and sensitive.