Contact dermatitis is a skin rash caused by something that touches the skin and causes irritation or inflammation. Your skin may be red, swollen, dry, cracked and itch. The rash should go away in a few days but can last a few weeks.
If you get a rash, it’s important to figure out what caused it so the irritant can be avoided in the future.
There are many home remedies that can help reduce your discomfort while your rash heals.
See a doctor if your rash: