Irritant contact dermatitis (ICD) from plants is a very common phenomenon as potentially irritant plants and plant products are commonly found in the everyday environment, including the home ...

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This skin reaction tends to be more painful than itchy. Irritant contact dermatitis is typically triggered by common substances that we are repeatedly exposed to, including: People vary widely in ...

The vast majority of CICD reactions, however, are caused by one of seven basic irritant groups: calcium oxalate, protoanemonin, isothiocyanates, diterpene esters, bromelain, and alkaloids.

Irritants such as detergents and bleach can cause irritant contact dermatitis. Allergic contact dermatitis happens due to an allergic reaction to a particular substance, such as poison ivy or nickel.

Authorities on scene told WTOL 11 crews an irritant was producing an odorous gas. Crews determined the irritant was ...