dermatitis
[/ˌdɜːrmətˈaɪtɪs/]
nounfemininepl: dermatites
dermatite
1. Inflammation of the skin, typically resulting in itching and sometimes accompanied by blistering, scaling, or oozing
Contact dermatitis can develop after exposure to certain allergens or irritants.
A dermatite de contato pode desenvolver-se após a exposição a certos alérgenos ou irritantes.
2. Any inflammatory condition of the skin characterized by redness, swelling, itching, and potential lesions
The patient was diagnosed with atopic dermatitis, a chronic skin condition.
O paciente foi diagnosticado com dermatite atópica, uma condição crônica de pele.
Dermatitis is a common medical concern in both Brazil and the USA, particularly in humid climates where heat rash and fungal dermatitis are prevalent. In Brazil, dermatite is frequently discussed in the context of workplace health, especially among agricultural and construction workers. The term is exclusively used in clinical and medical settings.
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