Patient/caregiver was educated on measures to manage and prevent contact eczema as follows: Healthcare professionals with allergy to latex must observe caution to use vinyl gloves or note for latex-free branding on gloves before using them. They must also make sure to have gloves on before handling any of the medical equipment, such as, contraceptive devices, catheters, and surgical products, as latex is extensively used in their manufacture. Children with latex allergy can be at [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on measures to manage and prevent contact eczema as follows: Individuals with history of allergy to plants must avoid lawn and gardening activities to avoid contact with the trigger. Having long-sleeved shirts, pants, and boots on while in the lawn or woods can help prevent exposure to the agent causing contact eczema. Individuals with history of plastic, latex, and rubber products must exercise extreme caution in choosing workplaces, as these products are [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on measures to manage and prevent contact eczema as follows: Soaking the irritated skin in warm oatmeal bath for 15 minutes, pat drying the skin gently, and applying gentle moisturizer can ease the itch and prevent further irritation of the skin. Use mild soaps, shampoos, deodorants, and perfumes, as they could contain chemical triggering activation of eczema. Individuals with strong history of allergies to soaps and cosmetic products must prefer using products [...]