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News items on 'Contact Dermatitis'
LifeCoach: scaly skin and chocolate cravings
(Telegraph 16/06/2009)
A panel of experts answers questions: "Throughout most of the year, the skin on the back of my hands looks like that of a person more than twice my age: wrinkly, scaly and reddish. Frequently, the cuts bleed. The other day I noticed that, having spent much of the day in the warm sun, the skin on my hands improved dramatically..." / "I am trying to diet before my summer holiday but am craving sweet foods, especially chocolate. What causes food cravings and what can I do to prevent them?"
Mobile phones 'cause skin rash'
(BBC 16/10/2008)
Mobile phones users are developing rashes on their faces and ears caused by an allergic reaction to the nickel on handsets, skin experts warn. The British Association of Dermatologists said the phenomenon is being seen in people who spend long periods of time on the phone. Nickel is often found in the handset casing or buttons.
(BBC 04/10/2008)
A badge of belonging or a mark of individuality? - Dr Raj Mallipeddi, a consultant dermatological surgeon in London, said while he would not advise against tattoos, he would always recommend care. "There are different types of potential problems following tattooing, including allergic reactions to the ink, which may resemble eczema or even red lumps in the skin."
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