Dermatitis

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Reading — Intermediate Level
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Dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a group of diseases that result in inflammation of the skin. These diseases are characterized by itchiness, red skin and a rash. In cases of short duration, there may be small blisters, while in long-term cases the skin may become thickened. The area of skin involved can vary from small to covering the entire body.

Dermatitis includes atopic dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, irritant contact dermatitis and stasis dermatitis. The exact cause of the condition is often unclear. Cases may involve a combination of irritation, allergy and poor venous return. The type of dermatitis is generally determined by the person's history and the location of the rash. Allergic contact dermatitis occurs upon exposure to an allergen, causing a hypersensitivity reaction in the skin.

Treatment of atopic dermatitis is typically with moisturizers and steroid creams. The steroid creams should generally be of mid- to high strength and used for less than two weeks at a time, as side effects can occur. Antibiotics may be required if there are signs of skin infection. Contact dermatitis is typically treated by avoiding the allergen or irritant. Antihistamines may help with sleep and decrease nighttime scratching.
Source: Wikipedia
  1. Which word has a similar meaning with skin redness?

  2. When can something be an allergen?

  3. Which statement expresses truth about dermatitis?

  4. What can moisturizer do the affected part?

  5. Why is sleep affected when one has dermatitis?

Discussion

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  1. Did you happen to experience any symptom of dermatitis? If yes, can you share how was the experience/

  2. What did you do to treat your skin irritation or problem?

  3. Did you happen to experience any symptom of dermatitis? If yes, can you share how the experience was?

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