Posts Tagged ‘dermite de contact’

Inflammatory Skin Diseases of the Scalp

Sunday, November 29th, 2009

Inflammatory Skin Diseases of the Scalp Dr Christophe Hsu – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland Seborrhoeic Dermatitis (Dandruff) The cause of seborrhoeic dermatitis is unknown. There are two types of seborrhoeic dermatitis: (i) infantile seborrhoeic dermatitis  – commonly seen in newborns and babies (ii) adult seborrhoeic dermatitis – commonly seen in middle-aged adults. Seborrhoeic dermatitis presents with […]

Skin diseases related to housework

Sunday, November 29th, 2009

Dr Christophe HSU – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland Common skin disorders that may arise from housework are: Irritant contact dermatitis This is the commonest skin disorder that can arise from housework. It commonly affects the hands. The condition usually begins with mild dryness, redness, peeling and scaliness on the hands. Later cracks and crusts develop. Causes […]

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