Dermatitis

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-003054",
  "term": "Dermatitis",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An inflammation of the skin characterized by symptoms such as itching, redness, swelling, and the formation of blisters or lesions. It can be caused by direct contact with irritants, allergic reactions to specific substances, or underlying medical conditions. Contact dermatitis, a common form, is classified as either irritant contact dermatitis or allergic contact dermatitis, depending on the mechanism of the skin reaction.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "allergy",
    "contact dermatitis",
    "photocontact dermatitis"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1157 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/dermatitis/"
}