Catalog

Cumulative irritant contact dermatitis of hands

No MMS code

Link to WHO Definition

Cumulative irritant contact dermatitis of hands – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1369588826

A common form of hand dermatitis due to repeated exposure to low-grade irritants and defatting agents such as soaps and detergents. It tends to affect the dorsal finger webs initially. It is common in individuals who undertake repetitive tasks involving wet work and detergents, e.g. young mothers, nurses, catering staff and hairdressers.