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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Treatment for Irritant Contact Dermatitis
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, child skin problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
This forum is for questions regarding Dermatology issues, such as: skin rashes, acne, birthmarks, skin infections, rosacea, and general skin care.
Treatment for Irritant Contact Dermatitis
by SME800, May 04, 2008 04:59PM
Two questions: Is the treatment for chronic irritant contact dermatitis the same or similar to what a doctor would give someone with atopic dermatitis (once the irritating substance is removed)? Also, knowing that a case of contact dermatitis usually resolves itself in four weeks, how long might it take for a more chronic case to resolve itself?
Thanks for any information you can provide.
Thanks for any information you can provide.
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, May 04, 2008 09:13PM
, May 04, 2008 09:13PM
To: SME800
Yes, the treatment would be the same, generally a suitably-strong cortisone cream. If the irritant is removed, it shouldn't take more than a week to resolve, although extra pigmentation may stay around for a while even after the skin is smoothed out and itch is gone.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Member Comments (2)
by JSquare, May 10, 2008 01:06AM
To: Dr. Rockoff
I have had a recurring Contact Dermatitus for the last six years. I did start it with all over my body, but has stopped appearing all over except on my feet. My shoes seem to keep my feet rubbed raw. I have gone to a Dermatologist for a professional opinion, but all I was perscribed was an ointment that was high in steroids, which caused my skin to itch even more. Would a Sulphur and Heavy Metal Detoxification be beneficial to stop the large outbreaks?
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