does allergic contact dermatitis make you unable to get the smallpox vaccine?

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If you have Allergic Contact Dermatitis, not Atopic Dermatitis. Can you still get severe reactions from the small pox vaccine?
The Center for Disease Control's website warns people with atopic dermatitis.regarding the vaccine, not people who have allergic contact dermatitis. It's always best to let your doctor know about this, of course, before getting the vaccine.  (+ info)

How do I treat Allergic contact dermatitis of the vulva?

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Aside from switching everything that comes in contact to a hypoallergenic product I'm still having symptoms. It's driving me nuts. I can't figure out what I am allergic to. Is there a special kind of diet that I could try?
You're gonna have to sit around nekkid for awhile? Sometimes when the dermatologist has no other answer, they say that. I would try a barrier cream, like vaseline, but thicker--you can find these usually in the adult diaper section at walmart. Just don't get anything that has chemical additives.  (+ info)

What eyeshadow can I use with allergic contact dermatitis on my eyelids?

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My eyelids are red and inflamed. I have used Almay products for years and now all of a sudden I have reactions to the shadow....or so I think. I am at my wits end. Any woman out there experience this? HELP! and THANKS FOR YOUR SHARING!
I would not use anything until your dermititis has cleared up. You can develope allergies to cosmetics that you have used for years..they might have changed one ingrediant to one that you are allergic to.I never could use Almay. Try Mabelline or Revelon when you're better. If not..Arbonne has hypoallergenic cosmetics. They have a website.  (+ info)

How does piercing a body part contribute to allergic contact dermatitis?

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sometimes when you're allergic to the material the piercing is made out of, you'll get a reaction. which is why surgical steel and gold are so popular -- people are rarely allergic.  (+ info)

Have you had Allergic contact dermatitis? How long did it last?

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If you had allergic contact dermatitis, how long did the skin remain red? How did you treat the skin?
I did, it lasted for about a month. My advice is to see a dematologist or your family physician. My doctors usually gave me special creams to make mine go away. You might be allergic to certain things to, get an allergy test. It may hurt because they have to stick you, but you will be glad when you have it done because you will know what you are allergic to.  (+ info)

Has anybody here ever had allergic contact dermatitis?

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Did your skin crack and ooze? How long did it last for? What kind of treatment did you receive?
Also, were you left with scars?
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im allergic to sweat, it gives me contact dermatitis. what can i do to help me?

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its in the vaginal area too
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duh! of course i saw a dr! who do you think told me i have this allergy? he said just deal w it.
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What is the best bodywash/shampoo for someone with contact dermatitis?

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I've developed a horrible case of allergic/mechanical contact dermatitis. Any contact with soaps or solvents causes my hands to swell, dry, and crack. I tried using soaps and shampoos for sensitive skin but that didn't even work. Any ideas?
Try diluted baby shampoo. Get one of those foaming baby shampoos. Most of them only have about 1-2 tablespoons of detergent ingredients per bottle, the rest is water. Best wishes with your condition though, because contact dermatitis is general caused by whatever you are allergic to having already been absorbed into your skin... it won't quit until the allergic substance you have already been exposed to degrades enough to quit bothering you-- and you stop exposing yourself to the problem. In the meantime, you might try some Benedryl gel and/or an aloe vera lotion.  (+ info)

allergic contact dermatitis from tea tree oil?

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I used tea tree oil on my neck for acne and I have developed an allergic reaction to it on my skin....my skin is now redenned and itching and very dry.....any thing which can help with this .... 10 pts best answer
My spouse & I both had a reaction to *straight* tea tree oil (the top of our skin dried up & peeled off, but I don't recall any itching.) Some peoople are more senssitive than others. If you want to use it again, mix it with some other oil first (i.e., coconut / olive).

You might want to look into taking the mineral silica / silicon,
which when we have enough of it, reportedly clears up / keeps away acne . . .

"Human Use of Diatomaceous Earth"
http://heavenandearthpowder.info/Human_Use.html

"What is Diatomaceous Earth and How Does it Work?"
http://preciouspets.org/diatomaceousearth/what-is-diatomaceous-earth.htm

I personally know of a case of exzema that cleared up only after starting a regimen of Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth / Fossil Shell Flour, which is high in water soluble silica.


Aloe vera gel should help with the itching & healing of the 'tea tree reaction site':

"...Applying Aloe Vera gel to the affected area can be helpful. It helps to relieve burning and itching. Apply pure aloe vera gel as directed on the product label or as needed. Plantain can also be applied topically to help control itching and promote healing...."

"Plant Allergies"
http://moondragon.org/health/disorders/plantallergy.html  (+ info)

How can I find the cause of my contact dermatitis without going to the dermatologist?

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I get itchy, bumpy rashes that come and go every once in a while. It always appears in random places on my body. I changed all of my sheets and put some freshly-washed clothes on. Besides my cat, there isn't anything that could possibly trigger an allergic reaction. (Though I was never allergic to cats!) We don't even have furniture in the living room yet. My mom dusts, cleans, and vaccums the house every morning and night. We are generally cautious about dust mites and pet dander because we have a sick baby. Is there anything I'm missing that could trigger this reaction?
Also, I just recently had a blood transfusion. If what I have is not contact dermatitis then could it be a reaction to the white/red blood cells that were donated to me?
Most transfusion reactions are immediate.
There is one delayed reaction, called graft vs. host disease, that includes a rash. But it also includes fever and liver issues, and would likely make you feel sick and run-down. If that's the case, you should call your doctor.

Otherwise, contact dermatitis is a good guess.
Have you changed laundry detergents, or fabric softener, or dryer sheets, or soap or shampoo? Even a new deodorant or perfume could be causing a reaction.

The next time you get the rash, try to stop and backtrack, thinking about everything that came into contact with your skin -- and with your clothes.  (+ info)

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