Complications
... Sometimes, the open sores and fissures that can occur with dermatitis can become infected. A milder form of infection is impetigo, usually due to staphylococci bacteria. Having atopic dermatitis also ...

Treatment
... Treatment of dermatitis varies, depending on the cause: Contact dermatitis. Treatment consists primarily of identifying what''s causing your irritation and then avoiding it. Sometimes, creams containi...

Self-care
... These steps can help you manage dermatitis: Avoid scratching whenever possible. Cover the itchy area with a dressing, if you can''t keep from scratching it. Trim nails and wear gloves at night. Dress ...

Self-care
... These steps can help you manage dermatitis: Avoid scratching whenever possible. Cover the itchy area with a dressing, if you can''t keep from scratching it. Trim nails and wear gloves at night. Dress ...

Medications for Skin Conditions
... Medications used to treat skin conditions include topical and oral medications. Some common topical treatments for skin conditions include: Antibacterials—These medicines, including Bactroban or Cleoc...