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CONTACT ECZEMA

\kˈɒntakt ˈɛkzəmə], \kˈɒntakt ˈɛkzəmə], \k_ˈɒ_n_t_a_k_t ˈɛ_k_z_ə_m_ə]\

Definitions of CONTACT ECZEMA

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A type of acute or chronic skin reaction in which sensitivity is manifested by reactivity to materials or substances coming in contact with the skin. It may involve allergic or non-allergic mechanisms.

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