Posts Tagged ‘Eczéma de contact’
Skin Conditions Around The Eyes
Sunday, November 29th, 2009Dr Christophe Hsu – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland Eyelid Contact Dermatitis Cosmetics and cleansers are usually used on the eyelids or eyelashes. These can cause an irritant or allergic reaction in patients sensitive to such cosmetics and cleansers. Patients will complain of itching, burning and redness. Signs of contact dermatitis include blistering, redness and scaliness. If […]
Nickel Allergy
Saturday, November 28th, 2009Dr Christophe Hsu – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland Who gets nickel allergy? Nickel sensitivity is common affecting around 5% of the population, especially in women. Anyone can become allergic to nickel, but most cases begin during teenage when girls in particular start to wear cheap metal jewellery. Ear piercing often starts up a nickel allergy which […]