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Contact Dermatitis in Pediatrics

Janice L Pelletier, Caroline Perez, Sharon E Jacob

    Pediatric Annals
    |August 13, 2016
    PubMed

    Insights

    Contact dermatitis, a skin reaction to irritants or allergens, has two main types: irritant and allergic. Management focuses on identifying causes, symptoms, and prevention, especially for children, to reduce exposure to common allergens like nickel.

    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Allergology
    • Pediatrics

    Background:

    • Contact dermatitis encompasses skin reactions to noxious or allergenic substances.
    • It presents as two primary types: irritant contact dermatitis and allergic contact dermatitis.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the signs, symptoms, causes, and complications of contact dermatitis.
    • To discuss the testing, treatment, and prevention strategies for contact dermatitis.
    • To highlight avoidance measures for susceptible children and the potential impact of a nickel directive.

    Main Methods:

    • This is a review article.
    • Information was gathered on the clinical presentation, etiology, and management of contact dermatitis.

    Main Results:

    • Contact dermatitis manifests with various signs and symptoms, and can lead to complications if not managed.
    • Effective management involves accurate diagnosis, appropriate treatment, and preventative measures.
    • Reducing exposure to common allergens, such as nickel, is crucial, particularly in pediatric populations.

    Conclusions:

    • Comprehensive understanding and management of contact dermatitis are essential for patient care.
    • Preventative strategies, including allergen avoidance and regulatory measures like a nickel directive, can significantly reduce incidence and severity, especially in children.

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