Art of prevention: The importance of feeding traditions

A review of contact dermatitis

“…In a study by Newell et al, 11 individuals with AD who underwent chemical sensitization with 2,4-dinitrochloro-benzene had resultant T H 2-skewed immune response, which persisted even at 3 months after exposure. Nedorost et al 6 suggested that such programming may also be responsible for drivers of the allergic march in children with an early-onset protein contact dermatitis related to skin irritation from factors such as drooling and saliva irritation. ICD is a result of skin irritants causing damage to the epidermal layer of the skin, which results in the destruction of keratinocytes.…”

“…One should screen for wet/dry cycles that can occur from "wet work" and also from daily habits, such as the constant wiping of the face with wipes and washcloths after infant feeds, hand washing, sweating, and swimming. 5,6 These habits of daily living can cause ordinary personal items, such as cell phones, to become releasers of contact allergen, such as metal alloys. 7 In this review, we highlighted newer proposed mechanisms of contact dermatitis, including ACD and irritant contact dermatitis (ICD), and highlighted relevant contact allergens, particularly for those with concomitant atopic dermatitis (AD).…”