Allergic Dermatitis
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Allergic dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin that appears when the immune system reacts excessively to contact with a substance or to an environmental allergen. It usually shows up in exposed areas and can be recurrent.
Common symptoms: redness, itching, dryness and, at times, small blisters or flaking in the affected area.
Common causes: contact with metals, cosmetics, soaps, or plants, as well as a personal or family predisposition to allergies.
Which specialist treats it? The dermatologist and the allergist are the ones who usually study this condition; in children, the pediatrician or the pediatric dermatologist can guide care. If the skin discomfort recurs or interferes with your day-to-day life, it is advisable to discuss it with one of these professionals to understand what causes it.
Data on 3,630 doctors who treat allergic dermatitis
Which specialist treats allergic dermatitis?
Allergic dermatitis should be evaluated by a dermatologist or an allergist; in children a pediatrician or a neonatologist may be involved, and some patients also consult a homeopath. You can book with the right specialist if you have redness, hives, or itching after contact with an allergen. Identifying the trigger is a key part of management.
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Doctors specialized in allergic dermatitis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. José Luis Lucho Hernández
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Deyanira Munguia Moreno
Frequently asked questions
What is allergic dermatitis?
Allergic dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin that appears when the immune system reacts excessively to contact with a substance or to an environmental allergen. It usually shows up in exposed areas and can be recurrent.
Which doctor treats allergic dermatitis?
Allergic dermatitis should be evaluated by a dermatologist or an allergist; in children a pediatrician or a neonatologist may be involved, and some patients also consult a homeopath. You can book with the right specialist if you have redness, hives, or itching after contact with an allergen. Identifying the trigger is a key part of management.