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By Mayo Clinic staff

There are several types of dermatitis, including:

  • Contact dermatitis, a rash that results from either repeated contact with irritants or contact with allergy-producing substances, such as poison ivy
  • Neurodermatitis, a chronic itchy skin condition localized to certain areas of the skin
  • Seborrheic dermatitis, a common scalp condition that often causes dandruff
  • Stasis dermatitis, a skin condition that's caused by a buildup of fluid under the skin of the legs
  • Atopic dermatitis, more commonly known as eczema or atopic eczema, a chronic itchy rash that tends to come and go
  • Perioral dermatitis, a bumpy rash around the mouth

Each has distinct signs and symptoms. Common signs and symptoms include:

  • Redness
  • Swelling
  • Itching
  • Skin lesions

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Dec. 7, 2007

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