Comprehensive treatment of dermatitis

Dermatitis is an allergic reaction that appears on the skin as a result of exposure to any chemical, physical, or biological irritant. Dermatitis is characterized by strong inflammation at the site of irritation. Rarely, it can be a symptomatic manifestation of a more complex condition involving the immune or endocrine system. In such cases, dermatitis manifests in the same way as it does after contact with toxic substances.

Symptoms of Dermatitis

Because the causes of dermatitis are extremely diverse, it affects people differently. The symptoms also depend on individual sensitivity or intolerance to various chemicals. However, there are several common signs typical for almost all types of dermatitis:

• Localized areas of inflammation appear on the skin;
• Severe itching;
• Increased or complete loss of sensitivity in affected areas;
• In case of large-scale skin damage, severe deterioration of general health may occur, up to fainting and difficulty breathing.

Certain forms of dermatitis have a seasonal pattern — flaring up or nearly disappearing depending on the time of year. In most children, dermatitis presents as allergic rashes on the elbows, knees, or neck.

Common Types of Dermatitis

This condition has several classifications. Depending on its progression, it can be:

• Acute – sudden onset, clear symptoms, relatively easy to treat;
• Chronic – stable periods of flare-ups, difficult to cure completely.

Based on the area affected, dermatitis can be:

• Localized – affecting small areas;
• Diffuse – affecting large areas of the skin.

Depending on the symptoms, the following types are recognized:

• Contact dermatitis (simple) – develops due to contact with a substance to which the person is sensitive, or with substances harmful to everyone;
• Toxicoderma – skin inflammation caused by allergens entering the body internally;
• Seborrheic dermatitis – rash on the face and ears caused by a yeast-like fungus.

Causes of Dermatitis

All forms of dermatitis are reactive in nature — they only develop in response to certain external influences and are not independent diseases. Therefore, almost anything can trigger an outbreak. It usually doesn't involve serious skin damage, poisoning, or scarring — though this can happen, depending on the irritant and type of course. For example, toxic chemicals can cause irreversible damage to the skin.

How to Diagnose Dermatitis

Diagnosis of dermatitis itself is not difficult, since it always manifests clearly. However, doctors sometimes struggle to determine the exact type of the disease. To identify it, the following tests are performed:

• Scraping from the affected skin area;
• Biopsy;
• Immunological testing;
• General blood and urine tests.

Treatment of Dermatitis at the Sanatorium

After diagnosis and identification of the root cause, treatment is prescribed to relieve both symptoms and eliminate the irritant. With extensive skin damage, long-term rehabilitation in a medical facility may be required. However, localized outbreaks typically resolve within a few days. Depending on the origin of the condition, treatment may take from five days to several weeks.

This is why many doctors recommend treating dermatitis in sanatoriums. At “Berezoviy Gai” sanatorium, every guest can count on:

• Individualized treatment approach;
• Professional care from highly qualified specialists;
• A comprehensive treatment plan including:
  • Medicated treatment of affected skin areas;
  • Diet correction;
  • Ultratone therapy;
  • General strengthening of the immune system;
  • Galvanogly mud therapy.

This method of treatment helps patients fully recover from almost any acute form of dermatitis and prevent its transition into chronic stages. The staff of the sanatorium will gladly support guests throughout their treatment and during the subsequent recovery period.