Definition
Definition
Contact eczema occurs when the skin comes into direct contact with the allergen. It belongs to the group of allergies known as "delayed allergies" (Type IV Allergy) because the allergic reaction first occurs 24 to 48 hours after contact with the allergen.
There are different forms of eczema, depending on where is is found on the body: head, eyelid, armpit, hand, leg, and foot eczema.
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Für sämtliche viele unterschiedliche Allergien liegen für Sie ausführliche ECARF offers brochures on many different allergies.
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Delicious, allergy-friendly meals
Star cook Leander Roerdink-Veldboom has created allergy-friendly menus for ECARF. Click here to see the recipes and start cooking!
Ostseebad Baabe: The allergy-friendly community
For the first time ever, a holiday destination is certified as allergy-friendly.Click here to learn how the beach community Baabe has made vacationing easier for people with allergies.
