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Nickel contact allergy

Nickel contact allergy: Introduction

Nickel contact allergy: Nickel contact allergy usually refers to an allergic response to nickel which is found in most jewellery. Even high carat gold has some nickel content which may pose problems for some people. Symptoms usually only involve the skin that is in contact with the jewellery. Nickel may also be found in watch straps, belt buckles and jeans studs. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Nickel contact allergy is available below.

Symptoms of Nickel contact allergy

• Localized skin itching
• Localized skin redness
• Localized skin blistering
• Localized skin swelling
• Localized skin rash
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Treatments for Nickel contact allergy

• Avoid wearing jewellery containing nickel. Symptoms may be alleviated with topical steroids, antihistamines, antibiotics (for secondary infections) and moisturizing creams. Preventative measures may also include spray shields which can form a barrier between the skin and the jewellery
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Nickel contact allergy: Complications

Review possible medical complications related to Nickel contact allergy:

• Secondary infection (type of Opportunistic infections)
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Causes of Nickel contact allergy

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Nickel contact allergy: Undiagnosed Conditions

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• Chronic Respiratory Disorders that may be Undiagnosed:
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Misdiagnosis and Nickel contact allergy

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Nickel contact allergy: Research Doctors & Specialists

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• Skin Health Specialists (Dermatology):
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  • Dermatopathology
  • Pediatric Dermatology (Child Skin Health)
  • Dermatological Immunology / Diagnostic Laboratory (Skin Allergies)
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Nickel contact allergy: Rare Types

Rare types of diseases and disorders in related medical categories:

• Chronic Respiratory Disorders -- Rare Types:
  • Asthma -- Rare Types
  • Allergies -- Rare Types
  • COPD -- Rare Types
  • Emphysema -- Rare Types
  • Chronic Bronchitis -- Rare Types
  • Lung Cancer -- Rare Types
  • Sinusitis -- Rare Types
  • Cystic Fibrosis -- Rare Types
  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea -- Rare Types
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Nickel contact allergy: Animations

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Nickel contact allergy: Broader Related Topics

• Allergy-like conditions
• Immune system conditions
• Metal exposure-related conditions
• Skin conditions
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Types of Nickel contact allergy

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