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What is Dermatitis? Until you get it, most likely you are not sure what Dermatitis is exactly.

The simple definition of dermatitis is found in the American Heritage Dictionary. Inflammation of the skin. This doesn't tell the whole story though. Almost any skin rash can be labeled dermatitis including skin cancer, psoriasis, and others.

The appearance is rated as a red, itchy spot that might look similar to a bug bite or might just be a red spot.

When should I see my doctor?

Acute dermatitis can have blisters along with the other symptoms listed.

Subacute dermatitis features scaling and crusting.

Chronic dermatitis has something called lichenification attached to it which is a thickened area of skin produces by severe scratching.

Dermatitis can be caused by some elemental product or from the skin cells themselves. Specific kinds of dermatitis are listed below:

• Allergic contact dermatitis - involves allergens and antibodies which sensitize the area.

• Irritant contact dermatitis - exposure to something

• Atopic dermatitis - allergic reaction that may carry symptoms like hay fever, very dry skin or asthma.

• Stasis dermatitis- occurs on the lower extremities of people have blood veins that are deep which have abnormal blood flow.

• Diaper dermatitis

• dyshidrotic dermatitis (pompholyx) - uncomfortable skin rash that involves deep blisters, scaling and redness on the hands or feet.

• Seborrheic dermatitis - is also called cradle cap. This is a skin crust that forms on the scalp of recently born babies. It does not itch and does not bother the baby.

• Autosensitization dermatitis - an intense rash that occurs when a fungal infection is found somewhere else on the body

Please see your dermatologist with any questions or comments you have about the terms above. This article does not constitute medical advice. It is intended for informational purposes only. Please consult a physician for specific treatment recommendations.