Allergic Contact Dermatitis Flashcards
1
Q
an immunologic reaction of the skin caused by exposure to an antigen (allergen) is defined as…..
A
Allergic Contact Dermatitis (ACD)
2
Q
what is the antigen that is released from poison ivy, oak, and sumac?
A
urushiol
3
Q
what is the most common metal allergy?
A
nickel
4
Q
symptoms upon exposure appear between _ and __ hours
A
2-48 hours
5
Q
the initial exposure causes ____, not a reaction
A
senitization (they are now allergic to the antigen)
