Hand and foot dermatitis is a skin problem. It causes itching, pain, and blisters on the palms of the hands or sides of the fingers, or on the soles of the feet. It can last for several weeks before the blisters dry up and the skin peels. Sometimes the skin turns darker after the blisters heal. If you have flare-ups often, the skin can become red and cracked.
Common triggers include chemicals, like detergents and soaps. Other triggers are having wet or sweaty hands or feet; metals, such as nickel and cobalt; and stress.
People who work with their hands or feet in water are more likely to have hand and foot dermatitis. Some examples are food handlers, cleaners, and hairdressers. The condition isn't contagious.
For some people, this condition may come and go. But flare-ups may be controlled with home care and medical treatment.
Hand and foot dermatitis is a skin problem. It causes itching, pain, and blisters on the palms of the hands, fingers, or soles of the feet. It may take several weeks before the blisters dry up and the skin peels. If you have flare-ups often, the skin can become red and cracked.
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