What is Allergic Contact Dermatitis (ACD)?
Allergic contact dermatitis is a common inflammatory reaction that occurs when substances to which you are allergic come in contact with your skin. These substances could be an ingredient in your cosmetics or aftershave, jewelry, antibiotic ointment or cream, rubber boots, etc. Who Should Be Patch Tested? If you suffer from eczema that has not cleared up especially with continual use of steroids, you should be tested. This often indicates an allergy to a medication or personal care product. If you have atopic eczema and it flares up often, you should be patch tested. Flare ups are often caused by contact to an allergen. If you work with latex gloves dental, health care or industrial workers and have itchy red hands, you should be tested. Rubber gloves have chemicals that cause allergy. What is T.R.U.E. Test (Allergen Patch Test)? TRUE TEST is a reliable allergen patch skin test designed to help your doctor determine whether or not you are allergic to any of the substances included on t
