Dermatitis is a general term used to describe skin inflammation resulting from a wide variety of skin conditions. Common causes of dermatitis include eczema, contact dermatitis, and seborrheic dermatitis (of which dandruff is a mild form).[1] Other causes include vascular disease, which causes stasis dermatitis,[2] or photosensitivity, which is an abnormal reaction to sun exposure.[3]
What is dermatitis?
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Dermatitis is a general term for skin inflammation caused by various conditions, including eczema, contact dermatitis, and seborrheic dermatitis. Other causes can include vascular disease that leads to stasis dermatitis and abnormal reactions to sun exposure.