Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Contact Dermatitis


Contact Dermatitis

Contact dermatitis of the foot is an inflammation of the skin in response to an irritant. This irritant is something with which the foot has come into contact, such as materials and chemicals with which shoes are made, poison ivy or harsh chemicals.

When the skin of the foot comes into contact with the substance, an allergic response is initiated. Symptoms, including:
  • redness 
  • itchiness
  • small blisters

usually occur within 24 hours of exposure to the irritant. The symptoms should be evaluated by one of our Doctors at Hosey Foot and Ankle Centers for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Visit our website, http://www.hoseypodiatry.com for more information and to contact our offices.

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