Caring for a child with allergic contact dermatitis

Handouts from the Society for Pediatric Dermatology

PDF download: Allergic contact dermatitis
Translation: Spanish

Handout includes:

• What Is Contact Dermatitis and What Does it Look Like?

• What Are the Types and Common Causes of Allergic Contact Dermatitis in Children?

• How Can I Tell if My Rash Is Allergic Contact Dermatitis? What Is a Patch Test?

• What Are the Treatment Options?

American Academy of Dermatology resource

• When adults get: Contact dermatitis

• Help for kids and adults: Contact dermatitis: Tips for managing

• Relief for kids and adults: Itchy skin

If you are a parent or guardian of a child with a dermatologic condition, the American Academy of Dermatology, in partnership with The Society for Pediatric Dermatology, offers a wealth of resources.