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15, 2011 12:00 pm  If you develop redness, swelling, cracking,
blisters, or itching on your skin when you come in contact with
certain substances, you may have “contact dermatitis” (CD) or a
skin allergy. CD is caused either by an allergy or a
sensitivity/irritation to common substances. 80% of skin
reactions are caused by direct contact with an irritating
product such as household cleaners, detergents and soaps among
others that can cause irritant CD in all exposed individuals,
especially with prolonged use.  What is Allergic Contact
Dermatitis?  The skin is one of the first places where symptoms
of allergy can appear. For people with a skin allergy or
allergic CD, the immune system overreacts to substances in
direct contact with the skin, which are referred to as
“allergens.”  Is Eczema the Same as Allergic Contact Dermat